Kirkham Michael provides integrated engineering and construction services to a wide variety of public and private clients. We are a dynamic firm focused on our clients’ success and we fulfill project and program needs from initial concept through implementation with innovative, yet practical solutions. We recognize that our people are our most valuable resource, and we are dedicated to providing a workplace where you are able to grow and thrive.

We are currently looking for an energetic and knowledgeable individual to fill our position in our Omaha, Nebraska Office.

Summary

Handles a wide variety of situations and conflicts involving the administrative and/or marketing functions of the office. Ensures that requests for action or information are handled; interprets requests and helps implement action as needed (typically, administrative staff performing at the higher levels of responsibility also perform duties described at the lower level). Provides principal administrative support in an office. Carries out recurring office procedures independently. Performs various duties, which may include proposals, marketing fliers, engineering project tasks and Human Resources support. This will be a part time position Monday through Thursday at 20-30 hours per week.

Primary Functions

Duties include or are comparable to the following: composes correspondence on own initiative about administrative matters; prepares materials needed by supervisor or staff for conferences, correspondence, appointments, meetings, telephone calls, etc.
Prepares special or one-time reports, summaries, or replies to inquiries, selecting relevant information from a variety of sources.
Coordinates catering for staff luncheons, including setting up for events.
General office organization including things as organizing empty cubicles and preparing/cleaning cubicles for new incoming employees.
Organizes and plans staff outings and philanthropic events.
Advises other offices on new procedures; requests information needed.
Provides administrative support to an office or multiple departments.
Uses judgment and initiative to determine the approach or action to take in non-routine situations. Interprets and adapts guidelines, including unwritten precedents and practices.
A significant portion of the incumbent’s duties and responsibilities include work in specific areas such as Human Resources, Proposals, General Administrative Duties, or a combination of the above.
Can work independently with minimal supervision.
May receive direction from corporate officers.
Ability to take directions and express understanding of the directions received; and ability to report progress.
Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Experience working in Marketing/HR/Administrative Functions
Associates Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience working in engineering preferred.
Experience working with InDesign software.

Hourly: $20 to $25

Kirkham Michael is a great place to work where you can achieve both your professional and personal goals.

At Kirkham Michael, employees are rewarded based on personal responsibility and performance, so you create your own destiny!

For more information or to apply, please see our website at http://www.kirkham.com/

Kirkham Michael is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.