The posting
Administrative Assistant – Office of Enterprise Initiatives (OEI) Location: Wisconsin (Hybrid)Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours per WeekDuration: 12+ Month AssignmentPay Rate: $22.46 per Hour Staffing Solutions Organization (SSO) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support our client's Office of Enterprise Initiatives (OEI) as it leads a multi-year modernization effort to implement a new administration platform. This role provides critical operational, logistical, and administrative support to project leadership, helping ensure successful coordination across teams, stakeholders, and vendors. This position is ideal for an organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting large-scale projects, and can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. Hybrid Work Environment This position is primarily remote; however, candidates must be able to work onsite when project vendors are present, typically one predetermined week per month. Important Requirements:
Must currently reside in Wisconsin.
Position Overview The Administrative Assistant supports the Deputy Director of OEI, program managers, and project managers by coordinating communications, managing documentation, supporting governance activities, and helping project teams stay organized and on schedule. The Wisconsin Department administers numerous employee benefit programs, including:
Wisconsin Retirement System Group Health Insurance Group Life Insurance Deferred Compensation Employee Reimbursement Accounts Income Continuation Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Duty Disability Programs Long-Term Care Insurance
In this role, you will help facilitate efficient operations while supporting a complex, long-term technology implementation initiative. Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and operational support to project leadership and department management. Coordinate meetings, schedules, and project-related activities. Manage Outlook calendars and Teams meetings. Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and accurate meeting notes. Maintain and organize project documentation, records, and SharePoint libraries. Support governance and reporting processes. Assist with communication and coordination across cross-functional teams. Track action items, deadlines, and project deliverables. Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Support both remote and onsite project activities as needed.
Required Qualifications Experience
Minimum of 3 years of progressive administrative support experience in a government, technology, project-based, financial services, benefits administration, retirement, or pension environment.
Technical Skills
Strong proficiency with:
Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Teams SharePoint OneDrive
Experience managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and maintaining electronic document repositories.
Professional Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Exceptional attention to detail. Ability to effectively prioritize competing demands. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information. Ability to collaborate with teams and stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones.
Successful candidates are:
Highly organized and proactive. Comfortable supporting large-scale technology projects. Skilled at managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Dependable under pressure and changing deadlines. Effective communicators who keep information flowing between teams. Resourceful professionals who anticipate needs and solve problems before they escalate.
Benefits Through Staffing Solutions Organization (SSO) SSO offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future, including:
Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discount and Perks Programs
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