A clerk sitting behind their desk answering the phone. Text reads: Sample office assistant duties:Oversee clerical tasks, Maintain files, Answer incoming phone calls, Welcome visitors to the office.
An Office Assistant is responsible for keeping the office supplied and organized. This involves lots of small duties, like typing and taking notes during meetings, but their overall responsibilities are essential. Office Assistants are responsible for things like:
Overseeing clerical tasks, such as sorting and sending mail.
Keeping an inventory of office supplies and ordering new materials as needed.
Maintaining files
Welcoming visitors to your office
Answering phone calls
Taking and delivering messages
Ensuring the office runs smoothly
Scheduling meetings and sending meeting invites to attendees.