Career Opportunities
Entry Level Administrative Assistant
Position Description
Full time permanent position working with experienced IIW administrative staff in administration of projects and general clerical work. Above average skills in word processing, spreadsheet preparation, filing, copying/printing, answering phones, greeting/directing clients. Must be organized, accurate, attentive to detail, and dependable. Mentoring is emphasized to facilitate future growth/advancement to an engineering aide position. Engineering aide position consists of supporting professional/technical staff in project administration, communication with funding agencies, clients, and contractors, assisting with construction administration including preparation of payment forms and change orders, procuring lien waivers and sales tax forms, and project closeout. Also includes maintaining project files, bidder’s lists, and other pertinent information to assist the project engineer/manager.
Other Position Requirements
- Willingness and ability to work in a team atmosphere.
- Ability to understand and follow directions and complete assignments timely.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills along with strong organizational abilities.
- Able to multi-task in an organized manner.
- Assist in answering a multi-line phone system and directing calls.
- Assist in greeting and directing clients.
IIIW is an employee-owned consulting firm offering competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Please submit a cover letter and resumé via email to Human Resources, via fax (563) 556-7811, or by mail to: IIW Engineers & Surveyors, P.C., 4155 Pennsylvania Ave., Dubuque, IA 52002-2628. Please call Deb Juno at (563) 556-2464 for further information.