What do employers look for when hiring an administrative assistant?
Asked by PJR
I have five years of purchasing experience (in a library) and two years of experience as a proofreader. The work of administrative assistants sounds interesting and I've applied to many such positions over the past three months. I seem to meet the requirements, but are there other factors that the employers look for when trying to fill this position (besides previous experience as an AA)? I have a lot of experience dealing with management and have a very professional demeanor...Thanks.

Best Answer:
Enthusiasm, competence, neatness, and follow-up.

I am a AA for a real estate broker...basiclly make their job easier! Weed out soliciting phone calls and mail...Keep on the ball of the daily workings of projects going on with out being nosy..take care of what you have the ability to take care of. Keep office clean when can (not required or mentioned but they love it) And just do what you do! Good luck , seems as if you are ready and dont even realize it!
Answered by kristy M

Go to the site for Bureau and Labor Statistics. They have an Occupational Handbook that will provide detailed information for any job in any industry.
Answered by lucilla@CIMA Services