Administrative Assistant

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

The Administrative Assistant for the Office of Literacy Policy and Programs provides proactive, customer-focused support to division leadership and team members by expertly managing schedules, coordinating travel, handling correspondence, and maintaining organized records and files. This role requires strong proficiency in MS Office, exceptional organizational and time management skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with complete confidentiality. The Administrative Assistant ensures smooth daily operations by assisting with special projects, office supplies, and delivering high‑quality service through professionalism, adaptability, and effective problem‑solving.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• →Knowledge & Expertise: Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality. Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and processes. Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Professionalism and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.
• →Schedule appointments: responsible for scheduling appointments, meetings, and events for division leadership and other team members.
• →Document Management: Create, format, and edit various documents, reports, and correspondence as needed.  Organize and maintain electronic and physical files to ensure easy retrieval.
• →Travel Coordination: Assist in making travel arrangements for team members, including flights, accommodation, and transportation. Prepare travel claim documents.
• →Data Entry and Record Keeping: Accurately input data into company systems and databases.  Maintain and update records.
• →Office Supplies and Inventory: Monitor and manage office supply levels, placing orders as necessary. Assist with tracking inventory and replenishing stock.
• →Collaborative Support: Assist various teams with special projects and tasks as assigned. Coordinate with other administrative staff to ensure seamless operations.
• →Manage correspondence: responsible for managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email, letters, and phone calls.
• →Customer-centric approach: A genuine desire to meet the needs of others, providing exceptional support and service to both customers and team members.
  

• Associate’s degree in business, education or related field;
• Three (3) years of clerical or office experience;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of relevant experience for each year of the required education. 

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship;
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check;
• Must possess a valid driver’s license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job-related travel.
• Less than 10% in-state/out-of-state travel may be required.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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