Administrative Assistant

Job Announcement: Part-Time/Contractor Administrative Assistant

Position: Administrative/Personal Assistant

Company: Cornett Consulting, Inc

Location: Huntingtown, MD

Applicant must be available for work that may be outside of normal business hours or on weekends.

Pay Range: $17-$20 an hour

Hours: 10-20 a week

About Us:

Cornett Consulting is a dynamic consulting firm specializing in Veteran transitional consulting. As a startup in the consulting industry, we are dedicated to providing exceptional services to our clients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. We are currently seeking a Part-Time/Contractor as an Administrative/Personal Assistant to join our small business team and contribute to our growth.

Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive and detail-oriented Administrative/Personal Assistant to join our team. This position will play a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our company and assisting our team in various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, will be able to work independently, prioritize tasks efficiently, maintain a high level of professionalism and have a strong ability to multitask. This position will provide administrative support to various departments within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the consulting team, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence.
• Assist in organizing and manage company travel, events, workshops, and client meetings.
• Manage office supplies and equipment to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist bookkeeper with basic accounting tasks such as invoicing, expense tracking, and financial record-keeping.
• Support HR-related tasks, including onboarding and maintaining personnel records.
• Handle ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned by management.
• Develop SOPs and company processes/procedures as required.
• Perform general clerical tasks such as typing, filing, and data entry.
• Proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in administrative or personal assistant roles preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe) and other basic office software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Resourcefulness and the ability to solve problems independently.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work in a flexible part-time/contractor role that offers a healthy work-life balance that is mostly remote.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture where your contributions are valued.
• Exposure to various aspects of consulting business operations and the chance to learn and develop new skills.
• Opportunity to grow within a start-up company from the ground level.

This is an at-will part-time/contractor position with competitive pay. Almost all duties and responsibilities will administrative and will be done remotely. We offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you are a motivated individual with strong administrative skills, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Cornett Consulting, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Experience:

• Administrative assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
• Personal assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Huntingtown, MD 20639