(Early Career) Administrative Coordinator I

Posted:
7/28/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Alabama, United States ⋅ Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

You'll be part of a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable space flight.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse administrative specialists, you will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of administrative and customer service. We are seeking a proactive, service-oriented individual with excellent administrative and customer service skills who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, and communicate effectively.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our client’s mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities: 

  • Internal/External customer service, including greeting and announcing clients, applicants, and visitors. 
  • Follows security procedures and compliance for guests, suppliers, and other visitors. 
  • Follows badging protocols. 
  • Maintains neat appearance of reception area, conference rooms, and other common areas. 
  • Assists with scheduling and preparing meeting and conference rooms. 
  • Coordinates setup of conference/meeting rooms. 
  • Assists with catering and set up for meetings and events. 
  • Inventories kitchen supplies and food. 
  • Inventories and maintains office supplies. 
  • Requests building and housekeeping services as needed. 
  • Main point of contact for building/office needs. 
  • Provide administrative support as needed to the administrative team and other business units. 
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion. 

Qualifications: 

  • Experience in an administrative, reception, concierge, customer service, or other hospitality environment. 
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to uphold the highest level of integrity, confidentiality, and business professionalism. 
  • Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. 
  • Ability to be flexible with work schedule (6:00 am – 3:30 pm). 
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package, further accentuating our commitment to fostering a thriving and rewarding professional environment. Prospective candidates who exhibit a steadfast dedication to delivering superlative service and meeting our clients' exacting standards are cordially invited to apply for the Administrative Assistant position.

Minimum Requirements:

At least 18 years of age or older. Hold a High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalency. 1-3 years experience in administrative, reception, concierge, customer service or other hospitality environment. The ability to work with customers professionally. Possess a solid background in customer service and relations. Superior communication skills with problem-solving abilities.


 

Job Safety Requirements:

Must follow strict safety procedures and a strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines. Within the scope of the job requirements, will be required to adhere and comply with state and federal law, company policies and procedures, and Safety and Environmental Regulations.


 

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability to lift and carry objects move and load or unload material from facilities, vehicles, and/or carts; Ability to stand, lift, carry case, and ring equipment or supplies needed for catering duties.

Skills Required:

Outstanding organization techniques and skills and the capability to transform those skills into efficient processes. Ability to develop strong, positive relationships with personnel and contractors. Proven experience in customer service.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].

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