Branch Assistant / Office Assistant - (posted 9/5/06)

Branch Assistant / Office AssistantCareersUSA, a leading national staffing firm, is currently seeking a Branch Assistant to work in its Philadelphia, PA office.
Position Summary:
As Branch Assistant, you will directly assist the branch office in generating sales revenue by adhering to management policies on interviewing and placement of temporary employees, payroll procedures and client satisfaction.
In addition, you must have the ability to assimilate the duties of the Account Executive in his/her absence.Job Responsibilities include:Handling the front desk in a fast-paced office environment, answering phones, greeting applicants, handling new hire paper work, pre-screening applicants, data entry, typing, and payroll.
Administrative Responsibilities include:Testing, entering timecard/weekly payroll information, employment reference checks, maintaining supplies, and perform additional duties as required.
Sales/Recruiting Responsibilities include:
Scheduling new applicant appointments, making "referral" calls; and other related duties as required.This direct-hire, full-time position pays $11 per hour.
REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate:Friendly, business professional.
At least 3 years experience.
Proficient in Excel and Outlook.
Type 50 WPM.
Must have a bubbly, friendly personality.
Excellent customer service skills.
Be a self-starter and a take charge person.
Ability to work independently, yet take direction.
Organized and have the ability to multi-task.