Administrative Assistant

Sears is committed to improving the lives of our customers by providing quality services, products and solutions that earn their trust and build lifetime relationships. We are proud of our diverse, high-performance team work environment and we strive for continuous improvement through keen focus on growth, effectiveness and a sense of urgency. Individuals who are driven to earn our customers' trust and business every day, who act with integrity, who treat everyone fairly and value diversity, and who are accountable for their actions are welcome to show interest in becoming a member of our winning team.

This position exists to provide specialized skills and broad based in-depth administrative support to the Customer Care Center. The Administrative Assistant demonstrates considerable professionalism, accomplishment, discretion and exceptional organizational skills. Ensures that the business and office run efficiently. Respects the high level of confidentiality incumbent of this position. Serves as a role model and sets the example for other associates. Embraces and champions change.

Qualifications
Organizes meetings, including meeting schedules with multiple participants, planning all logistics, and determining meeting equipment needs, making sound decisions considering financial impact.
Drafts letter, reports and other written documents
Assist Sr. Administrative Assistant with general duties
Creates compound documents including test graphics, spreadsheets, etc.
Recognizes errors in copy even when copy agrees with original source (and thus, the original source is incorrect.
Handles phone inquiries and direct calls to where appropriate.
Coordinates travel arrangements, hotels and transportation, making sound decisions considering financial impact.
Sends E-mail and written communications.
Takes full responsibility for routine work processes or special projects including those where judgement and decision making are required.
Balances many, sometimes conflicting priorities while still meeting deadlines and recognizing what to do first or what is most important.
Manages calendars, schedules appointments.
Maintains knowledge of current business performance.
Ensures facilities are properly prepared for various meeting i.e. room arrangements, refreshments, equipment, etc.
Assist on various special projects for the Center.

Benefits
As a Sears professional, your career path options will be determined by your performance as well as your desire to advance further within Sears organization. And you'll get some of the best benefits in the industry:
? Medical, Dental and Legal Plans
? 401(k) Savings Plan
? Associate Stock Purchase Plan
? Pension Plan
? Flexible Spending Accounts
? Associate Discounts
? Educational Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement
? Group Universal Life Insurance
? Long-Term Disability Insurance
? Long-Term Care Insurance
? Business Travel Accident Insurance
? Short-Term Disability
? Vacation/Personal and National Holidays
? WorkLife Solutions
Please Note: Different eligibility rules apply to certain benefits. Some businesses do not offer all benefits shown.


Sears is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.