Office Assistant - Sacramento

Only for registered members Sacramento, United States

1 day ago

$37,000 - $40,000 (USD)

Company Background: Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. · We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthc ...

Job description

Company Background:

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning.

We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings.

We address every project need—whether meeting stringent codes, staying on budget, adhering to tight schedules, or creating landmark structural systems.

Position Description:

Our Sacramento office is currently seeking an on-site Office Assistant with a variety of duties to support the growing needs of the Sacramento office and the administrative team.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain administrative work experience in a professional services environment

Ideal Candidate:
This role is our front desk company representative. We are looking for an enthusiastic, detail-minded "self-starter" with a creative and collaborative work style.

Compensation and Benefits:
The pay rate for this position ranges between $37,000 and $40,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including location, company geographic differentials, education level, and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

Culture:

Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for personal lives.

You will benefit from focused professional development within a supportive and transparent team environment, as well as opportunities for committee participation and leadership, variety in work assignments, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile.

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Job Summary:
This in-person position supports the Sacramento office by handling front desk, administrative, and operational responsibilities. Working closely with engineers and the administrative team, the role provides valuable exposure to a professional services environment. Ideal for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and being a go-to resource in the office.

Responsibilities

Greet visitors, answer phone calls, and take daily headcount.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages and office errands.
Data entry, tracking and updating of project records to facilitate easy retrieval.
Copy, scan, and bind documents, drawings, and reports, including moving large drawings pounds).
Order and stock office/lunchroom supplies.
Manage site visit equipment check-in/out.
Schedule meetings/lunches and coordinate lunch orders.
Set up and clean up meetings and special events.

Perform kitchen and hydration station duties, including the loading/unloading of the dishwasher, fridge clean-up/organization, and keeping the kitchen clean and tidy.

Support onboarding of new employees and hoteling spaces with various set-up tasks.
Assist Engineering, Library Records, and the Administrative team on special projects as requested.

Qualifications

Computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office Suite and PDF software
Professional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Good organization, time management, and follow-up skills
Dependable, takes initiative, and willing to learn
Detail-oriented
Ability to follow instructions and handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision

Application Process:

Click Apply Now button and please submit your resume and a targeted cover letter (either as a merged PDF with your resume or uploaded as a separate document) explaining why you are interested in this position.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where a wide range of perspectives, skills, and experiences are welcomed and respected.

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