Administrative Assistant I

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

As part of a unique and highly skilled team youll participate in the development of space launch vehicles as an Admin Assistant ll at our Orbital Launch Site. We are seeking a proactive service-oriented individual with excellent communication administrative and customer service skills that can thrive in a fast-paced environment while embracing teamwork. This role requires strong attention to detail organizational skills and the ability to work independently and communicate effectively. You will primarily be responsible for performing a wide variety of administrative functions at our Launch Site supporting a growing workforce of engineers technicians and other professionals. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

• Knowledge skills and ability with visitor management & security protocols for reception. Manage and verify all visitors while adhering to company and safety protocols.
• Greets and manages customers visitors and contractors.
• Receives and directs internal calls/messages to appropriate personnel.
• Adheres and enforces security procedures for guests suppliers and contractors.
• Verifies and manages Non-Disclosure Agreements and Export Control compliance.
• Maintains professional appearance demeanor and reception desk area.
• Assists with scheduling and preparing meeting and conference rooms as needed.
• Provides support to administrative team and other duties as the mission requires.
• Performs general clerical duties that are subject to change daily.
• Provides stock for office centers around campus.
• Assists with catering preparation and delivery.
• Assists with badging responsibilities.
• Receives invoices and scans to appropriate email.
• May be required to lift materials up to 20 pounds.
• Provides continuous support for company events.
• Coordinate/assist with new hire onboarding.
• Understands/acknowledges and adheres to Administrative Operation Directives.

Qualifications:

• Prior administrative reception customer service experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Office experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams
• Desire to be proactive and create a positive experience for others
• Ability to work a minimum 40-hour week
• Overtime may be needed as mission requires
• Valid Drivers License
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (valid Green Card Holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Ability to adapt to change
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eminent time management skills
• Able to contribute positively as part of a team assisting with various tasks
• Unyielding to Blue Origin policies and procedures
• 2 years experience in hospitality industry

Desired:

• Experience with Traction Guest OnBase Maximo ITS Gensuite
• Associates or bachelors degree in related field
• 2-4 years administrative/receptionist experience

Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified diverse and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on EEO Is the Law please see here.

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