Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

PalAmerican Security

Alsip, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Business Development, Calendar Management, Contact Management, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Document Management, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office, Operational Support, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Service Delivery, Telephone Skills, Time Management

LOCATION

Alsip, IL

POSTED

6 days ago

PalAmerican Security - Administrative Assistant Position

Are you detail-oriented and customer-focused? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?

The Administrative Assistant at PalAmerican Security provides essential day-to-day support to the operations team, helping to ensure smooth and efficient administrative operations.

Responsibilities:

Greet visitors and manage front desk responsibilities, ensuring a professional and welcoming office environment
Answer and route incoming calls and assist employees with general administrative requests
Support branch operations with administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, recordkeeping, and document management
Assist with scheduling, meeting preparation, office supply tracking, and overall office organization
Maintain accurate contact lists, client information, and follow-up notes to support operations and business development efforts
Provide general administrative support for client service requests, branch projects, and operational initiatives

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective time management with the ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one to two years of related experience.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Capability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

PalAmerican Security Care Culture

At PalAmerican Security Security, our CARE Culture is the cornerstone of our people-first approach and is embodied in every interaction:

Curious - We embrace continuous learning and encourage team members to seek opportunities for growth and innovation.
Accountable - We uphold our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
Respectful - We treat each other with dignity, celebrate diverse backgrounds, and support team wellbeing.
Exceptional - We strive for excellence in all we do, delivering outstanding service without compromise.

Why CARE Matters

We believe that a caring culture is essential for our people to thrive. Our approach fosters a safe, inviting environment where employees feel supported and appreciated-without fear of criticism. This foundation enables us to achieve greatness through accountability, recognition, and a shared passion for improvement.

How We Support and Reward Your Growth

A rigorous hiring process ensures that every member of our team is wellqualified and aligned with our values-creating a strong and sustainable culture.
We recognize excellence through programs such as our monthly CARE awards-celebrating contributions at every level.
With a promotion-from-within philosophy, ongoing training, and advancement opportunities, we support long-term career growth for our team members

Join PalAmerican Security as an Administrative Assistant and be part of a dynamic team where you'll enhance your organizational and customer service skills. Enjoy benefits such as paid time off, health insurance, and more. Apply now!

PalAmerican Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Work schedule

Monday to Friday

Benefits

Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program

About the Company

PalAmerican Security

Building on a history of exceptional industry experience, Criterion Security, America’s leading healthcare, government and corporate security company, has joined forces with Paladin Security to create PalAmerican, one of North America’s largest independent security superfirms.

Our experience across a variety of industries and a proven track record of providing innovative security solutions means PalAmerican has the resources, talent and operational know-how to provide complete customized security solutions that not only meet, but exceed specialized requirements.

To ensure we provide the security personnel best suited to our clients' requirements, PalAmerican employs a rigorous 12-step selection process. We then provide professional, vertical specific training, followed by additional on-site training designed to exceed all industry standards throughout North America.

Through our industry-leading selection process and our highly advanced and specialized training, PalAmerican has the highest client retention rate in the industry.

With our specialized security services professionals, PalAmerican can perform security program planning and development, risk assessments, investigations and background screening to help our clients make informed, evidence-based decisions that positively impact both the bottom line and their peace of mind.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Security and Surveillance

WEBSITE

http://www.palamerican.com