Why I Want To Be An Administrative Assistant

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I am applying for the position of Administrative Assistant 3. I’m an enthusiastic and well-organized, Administrative Assistant with solid background in leadership, advocacy and personal development. I graduated from the Evergreen State College with a Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts and an emphasis in philosophy and political science.
My education has offered me a broad base of skills, which include working as a team to ensure success. The Evergreen State College education philosophy encouraged me to think critically and creatively; communicate effectively, work collaboratively, embrace diversity, value fairness and equity as well as advocate powerfully on behalf of the public. The interdisciplinary education style of Evergreen supported and encouraged team and community building values.
I have a talent for quickly mastering new technology, trying to constantly stay current. I am skilled in Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel. I am efficient and can conserve a library of various materials including brochures, material for distribution, sustain various list and secure sensitive data. My competencies include building and maintaining databases of both public and private sector contacts, mail merges targeting mass mailings and administrative list serves.
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The high volume environment of the Washington State Legislature helped hone my ability to multi-task and work in what could sometimes be a high stress environment. My duties and responsibilities at the Legislature included bill tracking and delivering current updates directly to the Senate Members desk, constitute correspondence, dispute resolution and public relations. As a result I am well-organized, and capable of handling multiple priorities and effective in deadline driven

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