Office Assistant

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada,is looking for a temporary, full-time,Office Assistant, in Fort Collins, Colorado.

WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data.Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals.

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Key Details:

• Compensation: $17.00 -$19.00/hour
• Start date: November 3, 2025
• Location: Fort Collins, Colorado (in person position)

Job Description:

• Function as the receptionist including greeting guests and answering questions as well as maintaining the reception area
• Answer and direct incoming calls to the appropriate party
• Maintain phone system information, including telephone programming, voice mail administration, telephone features
• Assist with data entry and photo annotations
• Provide typing, spreadsheet and power point preparation, and other clerical support as requested
• Receive and distribute mail; distribute UPS, Federal Express, and other deliveries
• Prepare outgoing mail, Federal Express, and UPS packages
• Understand building security systems and maintain keys for new staff
• Assist in keeping building security system and fire extinguishers serviced and up to date
• Understand role in Crisis Management Plan and Business Emergency Plan, participate in training, and be prepared to assist in a crisis event
• Manage tasks associated with various meeting functions, webinars, and the conference rooms
• Coordinate office-wide social events and assist with holiday events as requested
• Make travel arrangements for employees as requested
• Assist with marketing and conference logistics
• Manage all recycling needs
• Miscellaneous office tasks as assigned by manager/supervisor

This is a general description of the responsibilities for this position and is not inclusive of all the duties which may be associated with this position.

Requirements:

• High school graduate
• Two years recent administrative support experience desired
• Proficient using MS Word and Excel
• Must be able to interact professionally with diverse personalities
• Demonstrate and provide examples of organizational skills and customer-focused attitude
• Independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize diverse workload
• Must have previous experience handling confidential information
• Job requires the person filling this position be able to appear for work on time, to follow instructions from manager, to interact effectively with coworkers and clients, to maintain positive attitude, and to accept guidance and constructive criticism.

After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST's minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver's license will be required. Candidates must adhere to all health and safety requirements.

WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.