Administrative Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. In this role, you will provide essential administrative support, ensuring smooth operations while assisting with permitting and clerical tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic government environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage incoming and outgoing calls, providing attentive and courteous customer service.
• Perform data entry tasks with accuracy, maintaining organized records.
• Handle email correspondence, responding promptly and effectively to inquiries.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, to complete administrative tasks.
• Support permitting processes by ensuring documentation is accurate and properly filed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure operational efficiency.
• Address customer inquiries related to permits and administrative processes.
• Provide assistance during working interviews for staff hired on a contract basis.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Proven experience in administrative roles, preferably within a government setting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.

• Experience in customer service, including handling inbound and outbound calls.

• Familiarity with data entry and email correspondence.

• High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.

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