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Administrative Assistant

Navstar, Honolulu, HI, United States


Administrative Assistant

Career Opportunities at DAWSON
Join the 'Ohana! DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community. Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe. Current job opportunities with DAWSON are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions!
Salary Range: $24.00-$30.00 Per Hour
Job Summary: We are seeking a meticulous Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to our team. The Administrative Assistant will oversee schedules, coordinate meetings, manage records, prepare invoices, and generate reports. Additionally, the role entails handling DBIDS submissions and tracking to ensure compliance with security protocols.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
Responsibilities:
Manage and update the schedule and work order tracking system.
Coordinate meetings, including scheduling, sending reminders, and preparing materials
Answer and direct phone calls to appropriate parties
Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems
Prepare and edit various documents such as memos, letters, reports, presentations, invoices, and reports
Assist in organizing company events and special projects
Fulfill DBIDS submission requirements and track compliance status
Order office and kitchen supplies and monitor inventory levels
Greet and assist visitors in a courteous and professional manner
Handle confidential information with utmost discretion
Perform additional administrative tasks as assigned
DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.