Continental Properties is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our development team. The Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support to the Construction, Design and Development Team.The Administrative Assistant is responsible for maintaining a calm, confidential, positive, and highly efficient workflow.This position directly reports to the VP of Development.This position would be based at the home office located in Menomonee Falls, WI.Essential Responsibilities:
- Perform general administrative tasks including answering calls, mailings and deliveries, deliverable and presentation preparation, email correspondence, printing, and coordinating meetings
- Schedule various meetings, including Investment Committee meetings, department meetings, and general contractor and design consultant home office visits
- Assist with the Executive Team's schedule, including managing calendars, booking travel, expense reports, registering for conferences, and coordination of events
- Works closely with the Department Executive to complete research and put together PowerPoints and other presentation materials as requested
- Manage the collective department budget, updating department heads on budget status on a quarterly or as needed basis
Skills for Success:
- Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Why You'll Love Life at Continental:Our award-winning culture fosters innovation and empowers our team members to lead. Here are some of the reasons that our team members continue to vote for us as a Top Workplace:
- Career Growth: You'll have the tools, training, and opportunities for a meaningful career with long-term growth potential. We invest in your learning & development with paid professional memberships, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
- Mental Health & Wellness: Your well-being matters. We provide comprehensive mental health support including but not limited to 8-free counseling sessions per year and access to additional wellness resources.
- Balance: We recognize that balance varies for everyone, and we support our team members with that in mind. Recharge with generous vacation time, 9-paid holidays, and half-days on Fridays during designated months.
- Community & Connection: Build relationships through informal gatherings, lunches, community and company events, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant social culture. Learn more about recent Continental events here!
- Culture of Belonging: The Continental IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Allies) is our commitment to evolving our culture where team members feel a sense of belongingness each day. Our You Belong Here Initiative and Business Resource Groups focus on fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment for all.
- Performance Incentives: Participate in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members annually based on company goals and achievements.
- Industry-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Family Support: Support your growing family with 6-weeks paid parental leave and with family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers).
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.For the benefit of our residents, the communities we serve, and our co-workers, all applicants are required to pass a post-offer criminal background check prior to joining the Continental team