ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Location: Aiken, South Carolina - Savannah River Site (SRS)
Position Type: Contract
Work Schedule: Up to 40 Hours Per Week
Security Clearance: Not Required
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Travel: None Required
EGS is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Associate Administrative Assistant to support administrative operations at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina.
The selected candidate will provide administrative and staff support services to an assigned organizational unit, assisting with document control, records management, reporting, database maintenance, operational coordination, and general administrative functions.
This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting established deadlines.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting administrative operations in a professional or technical environment, with the ability to work independently, communicate effectively with management and staff, and contribute to efficient departmental operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
ADMINISTRATIVE & OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
Provide administrative and staff support services to management, technical personnel, and organizational teams.
Prepare, organize, and maintain administrative records, reports, correspondence, presentations, and supporting documentation.
Assist with administrative programs, projects, and processes specific to the assigned department.
Coordinate activities supporting safety, health, financial, departmental, and overall site operations.
Gather and analyze information, prepare special reports, and maintain operational and statistical records.
Review correspondence, respond to administrative inquiries, and coordinate communications between departments.
Assist with personnel-related administrative activities, including training logistics, timekeeping, onboarding, transfers, and related documentation.
Support purchasing activities, purchase requisitions, work requests, and other departmental administrative requirements.
DOCUMENT CONTROL & RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Assist with document control and records management functions, including evaluating, organizing, scheduling, prioritizing, and completing assigned work.
Maintain accurate electronic and physical records in accordance with established procedures.
Support document tracking, retrieval, filing, distribution, and records maintenance.
Enter, update, and retrieve information using spreadsheets, databases, and document management systems.
Assist with maintaining documentation accuracy, completeness, and accessibility.
Support administrative workflow improvements and records management processes.
DATABASE MANAGEMENT & REPORTING
Utilize Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to prepare reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and correspondence.
Support data entry, tracking, and reporting activities using departmental databases.
Work with systems such as PeopleSoft, EDWS, Asset Suite, and document control applications as applicable.
Compile and maintain operational performance data, statistics, and management reports.
Assist with data collection for budgeting, financial tracking, and departmental reporting.
Maintain organized and accurate records to support management decisions and operational requirements.
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT & DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION
Evaluate existing administrative processes and identify opportunities to improve workflow and efficiency.
Assist with developing or revising administrative procedures, reporting methods, and recordkeeping systems.
Support organizational self-assessment activities, audits, and follow-up reporting.
Coordinate administrative activities across multiple departments and organizational groups.
Provide guidance regarding company policies, administrative procedures, and established work practices.
Cross-train on additional administrative responsibilities, databases, and departmental processes.
Support operational improvements designed to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and service delivery.
COMMUNICATION & STAKEHOLDER SUPPORT
Serve as an administrative liaison between internal departments, management, employees, vendors, and external service providers.
Coordinate administrative matters involving personnel, purchasing, facilities, and operations.
Communicate effectively with individuals at various organizational and management levels.
Provide timely responses to administrative requests and support resolution of operational issues.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy when handling administrative information.
Work independently while collaborating with other team members to meet departmental objectives.