BCforward | Administrative Assistant MA at BCforward

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Administrative Assistant for an opportunity in Boston, MA 02122

Position Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Boston, MA 02210

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Pay Rate : $19.50 /hr. on w2
Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Expected Duration: 12+ Months Contract- Possibility for Extension
Job Type: FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY), [CONTRACT], [ON-SITE]

Job Description:

• This position performs a variety of administrative work of considerable difficulty as required and deemed necessary to support Research and Analysis (R&A).
• This position applies detailed knowledge of the Department, Division, Administration, and Agencies organization, policies and procedures, and day-to-day problem-solving.
• This position works independently and uses critical thinking with general instructions.

Skills:

• Customer service practices and techniques.
• Gather and summarize data for reports.
• Compose/create/maintain varied spreadsheet reports and correspondence.
• Skill in keyboarding and the use of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Skill in the use of Inter-/Intranet and telephone operation.
• Perform the full range of administrative functions required by administrators in a responsible and confidential manner.
• Handle detailed work with accuracy and speed.
• Task and detail-oriented.
• Performing technical, complex, and difficult administrative work using independent judgment.
• Ability to: Manage a diverse range of administrative tasks simultaneously.
• Write and speak with clarity and effectiveness.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance as requested.
• Problem-solve various issues and execute appropriate independent judgment.
• Plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate activities across multiple assignments.
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with staff and outside entities.
• Respond to internal and external customers with tact, diplomacy, accuracy, and appropriate and timely information.
• Schedule competing meetings/conferences with appropriate preparation and follow-up.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with medium to little supervision.

Experience Required :

• one year of administrative experience; or a bachelor’s degree in the field appropriate to the assignment and one year of the required experience; or a Master's degree in a field appropriate to the assignment.

About BCforward
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.