A leading Eastern NC agency is hiring a full time Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to upper-level staff.  Ideal candidate is a self-starter who is highly organized with strong planning, time management, and communication skills. Position will require the ability to take initiative and anticipate the needs of a busy staff and assist with departmental operations. 

• Manages calendar and independently schedules appointments
• Screens incoming calls and correspondence and responds independently when possible
• Monitors and maintains department record keeping systems, including highly sensitive and/or critical administrative and financial data.
• Coordinates project-related tasks to include the assignment and monitoring of task completion Reserves meeting locations, orders office supplies, and prepares agenda and notices for various meetings
• Arranges complex and detailed travel plans and itineraries and compiles documents for travel-related meetings
• Always uses discretion in communication both at work and outside of workplace so as not to release confidential information
• Tactfully handles difficult situations and ensures all contacts are handled professionally and always with courtesy with no exceptions

• Mental Health/Behavioral Health background preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to pass and complete pre-employment screenings
• Minimum of a HS Diploma or equivalent