Job Description
Join the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for an immediate administrative assistant position in Boston. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve the public while gaining valuable experience in state government operations. Ideal for candidates seeking a fast-track entry into public service with competitive compensation and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to departmental staff
- Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings
- Process confidential documents with precision and discretion
- Handle incoming communications via phone, email, and in-person
- Assist with data entry and record maintenance
- Support procurement and inventory management tasks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years administrative support experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Experience working in public/government sector preferred