Administrative Assistant Location: Albany, NYContract Length: 3 MonthsSchedule: Monday Friday, 37.5 hours per weekHourly Pay Range: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour (based on experience) Position Summary Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Assistant to provide support for student payroll and internship administrative functions in a fast-paced office environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing onboarding documentation, maintaining employee records, responding to inquiries, and ensuring the accurate completion of payroll-related administrative tasks. This position requires excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing exceptional customer service. Essential Responsibilities Monitor the Student Payroll email inbox and respond to or appropriately route inquiries in a timely and professional manner. Create and maintain physical personnel folders for newly hired paid interns. Review incoming onboarding and employment documentation to ensure all required forms are complete, accurate, and compliant. Process personnel transactions for paid interns within Human Resources information systems. Create Leave and Accrual Tracking System (LATS) profiles for paid interns and distribute instructional emails regarding system access and usage. Maintain organized paper and electronic personnel files by filing, scanning, and transferring documents as required. Follow up with interns regarding missing, incomplete, or inaccurate paperwork and obtain any additional information needed to complete onboarding. Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and correspondence. Coordinate visitor access with Administrative Services and Building Security to ensure a smooth check-in process. Assist with general office support, administrative projects, and other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred. Previous administrative, clerical, human resources, payroll, or office support experience preferred. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience working with electronic filing systems and HR or payroll systems is preferred. Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting payroll, human resources, or employee onboarding functions. Familiarity with Leave and Accrual Tracking Systems (LATS) or similar timekeeping systems. Experience processing employment or internship documentation. Previous experience in a government, educational, or public sector environment is a plus.Key Competencies Attention to Detail Organization and Time Management Customer Service Communication Skills Confidentiality Data Entry Accuracy Problem Solving Collaboration Adaptability Reliability Work EnvironmentThis position is based in Albany, NY and is an onsite, full-time, 3-month contract assignment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week. The Administrative Assistant will work in a professional office setting and interact regularly with interns, staff, Human Resources personnel, and building security while supporting student payroll and onboarding operations. This is an excellent opportunity for the right individual. If interested in exploring this great opportunity, please apply directly at https://search10.smartsearchonline.com/datrose/jobs/Veterans a