Administrative Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Full time

General Statement

Under supervision, performs clerical and administrative work such as composing and/or typing various correspondence, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, tracking completion of assignments, performing basic bookkeeping activities, distributing mail and answering phones.

Essential Job Functions

Essential job functions are fundamental, core functions common to positions in a classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are designed to be descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents may complete one or all of the job duties listed or tasks of similar kind not specifically listed here. Answers phones and provides general information to callers, takes messages and/or directs calls to appropriate individuals; greets and directs visitors to appropriate individuals. Composes, formats and/or types various correspondence, reports and other documents; reviews documents for completeness and accuracy; prepares meeting minutes. Performs basic bookkeeping activities such as reconciling invoices, processing payments, initiating purchase requisitions and tracking credit card expenditures. Tracks completion of administrative tasks and assignments for assigned section or work group. Schedules meetings and/or maintains calendar for assigned section or work group. Uses computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, basic database management, electronic mail and other functions. Maintains a variety of paper files, logs and reports; enters, retrieves and updates computerized file information; closes files and prepares them for storage. Opens, routes and distributes incoming mail and other internal documents. Organizes and maintains office supplies. Performs a variety of general administrative support activities such as making photocopies, sending facsimiles, and scanning, binding and shredding documents.

Other Job Functions

Provides relief for other administrative support positions as needed and provides assistance in other sections as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.

Environmental Conditions

Work is performed in a typical office environment and requires the use of standard office equipment including computers.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of the English language including spelling and grammar. Knowledge of business arithmetic. Some knowledge of standard office practices and procedures. Some knowledge of basic bookkeeping. Basic customer service skills. Ability to compose answers to routine correspondence. Ability to operate standard office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, calculators and postage machines. Ability to use computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, basic database management, electronic mail and other functions. Ability to communicate orally.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school or the equivalent and three years of experience performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks involving the use of computers.

Substitution

Full-time post-secondary training in office technology or computer applications may be substituted for the required experience, to a maximum of two years.

Promotional Requirement

One year of service with the District as an Administrative Clerk. Civil service status as an Administrative Clerk.

  • Chicago, United States Hire Resolve USA Full time

    Hire Resolve, a leading recruitment firm, is seeking a Payroll & Administrator Specialist to join their client's team. This role involves managing payroll processes and performing general administrative duties for clients across various industries. The Payroll & Administrator Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll information accurately and on...


  • Chicago, United States Hire Resolve Full time

    Hire Resolve, a leading recruitment firm, is seeking a Payroll & Administrator Specialist to join their client's team. This role involves managing payroll processes and performing general administrative duties for clients across various industries.The Payroll & Administrator Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll information accurately and on...


  • Chicago, United States Hire Resolve Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHire Resolve, a leading recruitment firm, is seeking a Payroll & Administrator Specialist to join their client's team. This role involves managing payroll processes and performing general administrative duties for clients across various industries.The Payroll & Administrator Specialist will be responsible for processing...


  • Chicago, Illinois, United States Hire Resolve Full time

    Hire Resolve, a leading recruitment firm, is seeking a Payroll & Administrator Specialist to join their client's team. This role involves managing payroll processes and performing general administrative duties for clients across various industries. The Payroll & Administrator Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll information accurately and...


  • Chicago, United States Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Full time

    General Statement Under supervision, performs sub-professional administrative work such as document and records management, data collection and reporting and coordination of internal processes specific to the assigned department or functional area. Essential Job Functions Essential job functions are fundamental, core functions common to...


  • Chicago, United States C4 Technical Services Full time

    Benefits Administration Senior Specialist Remote JOB DESCRIPTION Help manage all aspects of the Benefits administration process, including but not limited to: Research, resolve and respond to escalated benefits inquiries from employees, managers and HR requiring specialized benefits knowledge Providing benefit plan interpretation based on predetermined...


  • Chicago, United States Blue Bird Day LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDo you enjoy working with a collaborative team in pursuit of a shared mission? Want to make a positive impact in your community? Join the Blue Bird Day team!We are seeking a Part-Time Administrative Assistant/Billing Specialist to join our administrative team. Ideal candidates should be hard working, autonomous, and organized....


  • Chicago, United States Illinois Institute of Technology Full time

    The mission of the Research Administration Services Department (RAS) is to provide administrative service to principal investigators and University administration in the area of post-award management. The Research Business Specialist will manage a fa Research, Specialist, Business, Budget Manager, Customer Service, Faculty, Technology


  • Chicago, United States Accede Solutions Inc. Full time

    Administrative Specialist, Chicago ( Hybrid role) Hybrid role with 3 days onsite in location Duration: 3 months In this role, you will provide administrative support to the Group Senior Vice President of Sales, Service & Insights Delivery, Senior Vice President of Intelligence and their teams. You will be accountable for challenging and complex assignments...


  • Chicago, United States Addison Group Full time

    Our Healthcare client is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their team on a CTH or DH basis. They are looking for a candidate who has a strong background in Benefits processing and management in UKG and are interested in working in a welcoming, fast paced environment. Apply today! Location: Chicago, IL, 60622 Type: cth or dh Pay: $28 - $40 Hours & Lunch:...


  • Chicago, United States NDH Group Ltd Full time

    NDH Advisors LLC (“NDH”) is a Chicago-headquartered accounting business offering best-in-class tax, accounting, and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices throughout the United States. With offices in Chicago, Kansas City, Houston, and Philadelphia, we are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting...


  • Chicago, United States Addison Group Full time

    Our Healthcare client is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their team on a CTH or DH basis. They are looking for a candidate who has a strong background in Benefits processing and management in UKG and are interested in working in a welcoming, fast paced environment. Apply today! Location: Chicago, IL, 60622Type: cth or dhPay: $28 - $40Hours & Lunch:...


  • Chicago, United States Addison Group Full time

    Our Healthcare client is seeking a Benefits Specialist to join their team on a CTH or DH basis. They are looking for a candidate who has a strong background in Benefits processing and management in UKG and are interested in working in a welcoming, fast paced environment. Apply today! Location: Chicago, IL, 60622Type: cth or dhPay: $28 - $40Hours & Lunch:...


  • Chicago, United States Financial Additions Full time

    Financial Additions has partnered with a restaurant supply company in search of a Credit & Collections Specialist. This role is in office and will be contract to hire. Company Offers: Value driven workplace A goal to develop leadership qualities in a Collections, Specialist, Credit, Administrative, Customer


  • Chicago, United States LaSalle Network Full time

    Our client is one of the top law firms in the world, known for its excellence and commitment to providing legal services of the highest caliber. They are looking for a dynamic Senior Benefits Specialist to join their team! The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing the employee benefits frograms while also maintaining focus on health and...


  • Chicago, United States The LaSalle Group Full time

    Our client is one of the top law firms in the world, known for its excellence and commitment to providing legal services of the highest caliber. They are looking for a dynamic Senior Benefits Specialist to join their team! The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing the employee benefits programs while also maintaining focus on health...


  • Chicago, United States LaSalle Network Full time

    Our client is one of the top law firms in the world, known for its excellence and commitment to providing legal services of the highest caliber. They are looking for a dynamic Senior Benefits Specialist to join their team! The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing the employee benefits frograms while also maintaining focus on health and...


  • Chicago, United States The LaSalle Group Full time

    Our client is one of the top law firms in the world, known for its excellence and commitment to providing legal services of the highest caliber. They are looking for a dynamic Senior Benefits Specialist to join their team! The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing the employee benefits programs while also maintaining focus on health and...


  • Chicago, United States The LaSalle Group Full time

    Our client is one of the top law firms in the world, known for its excellence and commitment to providing legal services of the highest caliber. They are looking for a dynamic Senior Benefits Specialist to join their team! The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing the employee benefits programs while also maintaining focus on health and...


  • Chicago, United States LaSalle Network Full time

    Our client is one of the top law firms in the world, known for its excellence and commitment to providing legal services of the highest caliber. They are looking for a dynamic Senior Benefits Specialist to join their team! The Senior Benefits Specialist will be responsible for managing the employee benefits programs while also maintaining focus on health and...