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Location: Delaware-Wilmington
Req. Number: 90027658
Description: THE SAFETY OF OUR PASSENGERS, OUR EMPLOYEES, THE PUBLIC, AND OUR OPERATING ENVIRONMENT IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY!

POSITION: Administrative Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Mechanical
LOCATION: Wilmington, DE
SALARY: $40,000 - $52,000
POSITION NO.: 90027658

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

DUTIES: Under the direct supervision of the Sr. Director Rolling Stock Engineer, this position provides administrative and secretarial support for the Mechanical Department. Maintains record of all expenses incurred by office of the Sr. Dir RSE. Edits, and assists in preparation of all correspondence. Coordinates travel arrangements. Procures office equipment and supplies while adhering to budgetary guidelines. Acts as a liaison with other departments and outside agencies, including high-level staff. Handles confidential and non-routine information and explains policies when necessary. Screens all incoming calls. Maintains filing system.

EDUCATION: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prefer some college and advanced education in secretarial / office management.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Must have strong Microsoft office and PC skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively in a fast paced environment. Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion. Prefer familiarity with Project assignment tracking. Prior satisfactory job performance is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Minimum typing skills at 45 wpm and successfully pass the error detection test. Some office administration experience and preparation of spreadsheets.

COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Excellent verbal and written communications skills required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

TRAVEL: None

AMTRAK EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE A JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICATION TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

Hiring Range: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00
Annually
Last Date to Apply: 02/08/10
Position Type: Permanent
Job Category: Mechanical
Years of Experience: 2 - 3
Travel Requirements: No Travel
Relocation Benefits May Apply: No
Classification Agreement: No
Referral Bonus: 350 pts









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