Administrative Assistant III

Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware

Job Summary:

Under limited direction, this position is accountable for contributing to the efficiency of departmental operations through the performance of various administrative functions. This position reports to an officer of the company and may provide leadership to the departmental administrative team.Responsibilities:

• Handle and disperse appropriate matters (i.e. email, memos, inquiries) to conserve officers time or organize such material for the officer to expedite resolution.

• Provide the officer with complete and timely background information on all telephone calls and correspondence.

• Inform officers staff or other parties of relevant information as appropriate.

• Handle highly confidential information with prudence and care.

• Manage preparation of materials for executive level meetings, conferences and forums.

• Prepare and manage complex correspondence and memos.

• Perform administrative duties such as typing, filing, scheduling, calendar management, travel arrangements, etc.

• Research and analyze information and prepare reports, as appropriate.

• Obtain information, status reports, or answers on various business matters, inquiries or projects as directed.

• May serve as liaison/coordinator for special projects or workgroups.

• Plan and coordinate departmental events.

Disclaimer:
This job summary has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by colleagues within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of colleagues assigned to this job.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required

Experience:

• Requires minimum five (5) years of prior administrative experience.

Knowledge:

• Prefers knowledge of superiors area of responsibility.

Skills and Abilities:

• Requires excellent typing skills.

• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Requires excellent PC skills, particularly in MS Office.

• Requires excellent organizational skills.

• Requires excellent interpersonal skills.

Salary Range:

$54,600 - $73,080

​This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Horizon at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Horizon also provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)

• Retirement Plans

• Generous PTO

• Incentive Plans

• Wellness Programs

• Paid Volunteer Time Off

• Tuition Reimbursement

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law. Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.