Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Administrative Assistant 

Job Type: Full Time

Start Date: Immediately

Salary Range: $20-$26 per hour

Position Overview: This position provides clerical support to various departments and managers to ensure that JR & Co., Inc. operates timely and efficiently with an emphasis on job set-up, subcontractor audit and upkeep.  The Administrative Assistant maintains a warm, welcoming, family friendly environment by showing hospitality to team members, guests, and clients. 

At J.R. & Co., Inc., we're not just building roofs—we're building careers. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based in Kansas City, MO. While roofing is our specialty, our services span everything from sheet metal and solar panel installation to rooftop maintenance and disaster relief. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, we’ve earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A rating from the BBB. If you're looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact while working in a safety-focused, supportive environment, J.R. & Co., Inc. is the place for you. Join our team today and help us build something great!

Essential Functions:

• Provide front desk and general office support, including greeting visitors, answering phones, managing mail, faxes, and meeting scheduling
• Coordinate travel arrangements and assist with allocating administrative expenses
• Order office supplies and manage hospitality needs such as coffee and meals for meetings
• Oversee facilities management, including janitorial services and coordination with vendors (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
• Maintain conference rooms and break areas before/after meetings and at the end of each day
• Complete job setup for new projects across company systems 
• Support company culture initiatives, morale programs, and coordination of internal events
• Maintain customer and vendor records, assist with prequalification packages, audits, references, and provide cross‑training coverage

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• People‑oriented, dependable, and flexible with the ability to adapt to changing business needs
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in office management systems, procedures, and standard office equipment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional and positive company representation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software; ability to type 60 words per minute
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Valid driver’s license and ability to support business needs as required
• Embodies company values: Family Culture, JR Attitude (humble, teachable), Extreme Ownership, and a growth mindset

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work-related experience 
• Experienced at managing a multi-line phone system 
  
• 1-2 years of experience as administrative assistant (preferred) 

Work Environment/Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to pass an initial drug test and participate in a random drug testing program
• Primarily indoor, shared office environment with prolonged sitting and daily computer use
• Physical ability to move about the office, use hands for typing and office tasks, and lift/carry up to 20 lbs occasionally
• Effective vision and speech abilities for daily communication, computer work, and reading fine print

Benefits & Compensation

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid time off
• Company Vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match

Work Location: In person, Kansas City, Missouri

J.R. & Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. JR & Co. Inc. participates in E-Verify. To learn more visit www.e-verify.gov.  All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check. 

Salary : $20 - $26