Administrative AssistantServing 225 parishes and all Archdiocesan entities, the Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Office of Property Management. This position supports the department's construction, facilities maintenance, and environmental operations by coordinating administrative processes, maintaining records, facilitating communication, and ensuring the efficient execution of departmental functions.The following specific responsibilities are representative of duties required in this position. They may be unilaterally but reasonably changed based on the working environment and departmental needs.Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Executive Director, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, correspondence, and confidential communications.Coordinate departmental meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, track action items, and support special projects and departmental initiatives.Prepare, edit, and maintain reports, presentations, contracts, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Letters of Intent, and other business and project documentation.Provide administrative support for construction, facilities, and real estate projects by coordinating bid openings, maintaining project records, tracking milestones and deadlines, and supporting Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle.Process purchase requests, APO forms, invoices, and payment documentation; monitor invoice status; and serve as the primary liaison with Finance, contractors, consultants, developers, and vendors regarding project-related financial matters.Maintain departmental filing systems, property and project records, RFP databases, and other electronic and physical records to ensure accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.Coordinate communication among parishes, clergy, contractors, consultants, developers, utility providers, government agencies, vendors, and internal departments to facilitate project and operational activities.Assist with departmental budgets, operational reports, data analysis, office operations, technology coordination, employee onboarding, and administrative policies and procedures.Exercise independent judgment in prioritizing work, managing competing deadlines, resolving routine administrative matters, and maintaining confidentiality.Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.Excellent organizational, administrative, customer service, and interpersonal skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and standard office equipment.Professional demeanor with the ability to build effective relationships with clergy, staff, contractors, and vendors.One to three years of administrative or executive support experience preferred.Experience supporting construction, facilities, property management, or project administration is preferred but not required.Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday.Regularly use a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.Occasionally lift and move office supplies and files weighing up to 25 pounds.Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing.Ability to travel occasionally between Archdiocesan locations, if required.Rev.
07/2026Monday - Friday, 8:45 AM - 4:45 PM 35 hours weekly, BENEFITS: A) Health Insurance B) Dental Insurance C) Life Insurance D) Pension E) Disability and F) Voluntary 403b Plan
Administrative Assistant in newark at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $45,570–$59,460
For context, most administrative assistants earn between $45,570–$59,460 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
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