Administrative Assistant
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Before you apply
LocationLenexa, Kansas, us
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience4+ yrs
DepartmentAdministrative
Company size51–200 people
PostedOct 29, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live11h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
4 years experience in general office setting
Ability to read and interpret documents such as client correspondence, operating and maintenance instructions, policy and procedure manuals
Ability to operate computer with primary utilization of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel
Valid Driver's License
Continuing education in computer software
Training will be provided for Deltek Vantagepoint Project and Financial Software
Notary Public Certificate
Pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings
Pre-employment driving history checks
Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Deltek Vantagepoint
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Life insurance
401(k)
Sick leave
Vacation leave
Company Description
Kaw Valley Engineering, Inc. (KVE) was founded more than 42 years ago in Junction City, KS. Over time, this privately-owned civil and geotechnical engineering firm has grown to 180+ employees working in six (6) offices in Kansas and one (1) office in Missouri. The firm provides surveying, drafting, civil design, construction inspection, geotechnical services and testing of soil, asphalt and concrete
Benefits
Kaw Valley Engineering, Inc. offers a robust package of employee benefits including: health, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. In addition, it offers a cafeteria plan for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care expenses. KVE also offers a 401(k) plan, sick and vacation leave, Years of Service awards, business casual dress and complimentary parking.
Job Description
Can you juggle two to three ringing lines and still sound like you have all day?
If staying calm and friendly in a fast-paced, phones-never-stop (until inclement weather arrives) environment comes naturally to you, we want to talk.
Our civil engineers and materials testing lab help build the roads, bridges, buildings, and infrastructure our communities depend on every day. As our receptionist, you’ll connect those clients with the experts who make it happen and every client, contractor and vendor starts with one call. You’re the person who answers it.
You’ll thrive here if you
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Stay calm and upbeat when the phones light up all at once
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Communicate clearly and pleasantly by phone, email, and in person
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Multitask without losing focus or attention to detail
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Are comfortable with phone systems and Microsoft Office
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Take pride in being reliable, organized, and on time
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
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Operates telephone reception system.
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Responsible for walk-in client reception.
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Prepares project file folders.
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Responsible for picking up, sorting, and distributing company mail.
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Prepares outgoing mail and shipping packages.
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Prepares formal correspondence, memos, transmittal letters and facsimile cover sheets as requested. Distribute incoming faxes which are mainly utility locates.
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Responsible for project filing/archiving for all company projects.
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Assists in courier services and running company errands as needed.
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Assists department personnel in project and department administration and coordination, as requested.
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Data entry for administrative department, which may include utilizing Deltek Vantagepoint Financial Software.
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Assists with all other duties assigned from time to time by department managers or office manager.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 4 years experience in general office setting. Continuing education in computer software is desirable.
Other Abilities and Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as client correspondence, operating and maintenance instructions, policy and procedure manuals. Ability to operate computer, with primary utilization of the following software:
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Microsoft Word
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Microsoft Outlook
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Microsoft Excel
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Traning will be provided for Deltek Vantagepoint Project and Financial Software
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Notary Public Certificate (optional) Valid Driver’s License
Additional Information
KVE conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol screenings, as well as pre-employment driving history checks. KVE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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