Administrative Assistant

Sentinel Technologies

Downers Grove, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45,000–$50,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Business Administration, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Applications, Communication Skills, Communications Security (COMSEC), Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Dell Computers, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, NetSuite, Network Software, Newsletter, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Proofreading, Proposal Writing, Purchasing/Procurement, Request for Proposals (RFP), Sales, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Travel Planning, Typing, VMWare, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Downers Grove, IL
POSTED
1 day ago


Administrative Assistant

Job ID

2026-5021

Type

Regular FTE

Client & Job Location : Location

US-IL-Downers Grove

Responsibilities

Sentinel Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support across multiple teams, including sales, recruiting, project management, and leadership. This position plays a vital role in ensuring efficient operations by assisting with contract formatting, proposal preparation and data entry across multiple platforms, including NetSuite and proprietary systems. This position will be part of a team to coordinate travel, assist with recruiting administration, assist with facility administration, or publish the company newsletter and miscellaneous projects as assigned. Position may be required to lift 75 lbs. independently. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-demand environment and demonstrates strong organizational and problem-solving skills. This position reports onsite to our Downers Grove, IL location. Once training is completed the role can/will become hybrid with 3 days onsite and 2 days a week can be remote.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is required.
  • 1-3 years of experience in an administrative role
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • Advanced typing skills are required
  • NetSuite experience is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to problem solve, multitask, and prioritize effectively
  • Experience proofing and assembling proposal materials in response to RFPs/RFQs, for customer submission a plus
  • Experience in managing office operations or facilities is considered beneficial.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
  • The candidate must have a car, as this position requires local travel as needed to obtain office supplies
  • A valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
  • Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
  • Must demonstrate a "can-do" attitude

We focus on candidates that display our "ACE" factor - Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

Compensation:

$45,000-$50,000

What you get:

We offer an energetic work environment with many corporate culture amenities, competitive salary, and rich benefit plan including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 529, Life Insurance, Income Protection Short and Long-Term Disability, Medical and Child/Elder Care, Flexible Spending Account Plans, Family Planning Benefits, Financial Education, Identity Theft Protection and Assistance, Legal Services, Employee Assistance Program, Two weeks' vacation, additional paid time-off for Personal and Sick, certification and hands-on training, and employee discount for product services and entertainment.

Overview

MOTIVATED.....make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs - from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today's global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.

If you are MOTIVATED... you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment - we'd like to have you join our team. Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.

As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans. In accordance with Title VII and state regulations, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, disability, military, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact SentinelHR1@sentinel.com.

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here

Sentinel EEO Policy Statement is available here.

Need help finding the right job?

We can recommend jobs specifically for you!
Click here to get started.

About the Company

S

Sentinel Technologies

At Sentinel we’ve always taken the lead. Since 1982, Sentinel Technologies has been recognized as a premier business technology services provider dedicated to delivering the highest quality IT solutions, customer service and support.

When it comes to achieving a tangible ROI and sustainable performance from your IT environment, Sentinel takes the lead!

Even as our services have spanned generations of technology, Sentinel has stayed at the forefront of IT developments and maintained a singular focus on providing practical and innovative solutions. With single-source accountability, Sentinel processes and teams can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from communications, to data center, to cloud and managed services. Our proven success has allowed us to expand from our original charter of providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the U.S. By aligning with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Microsoft, EMC, NetApp and VMware, Sentinel solutions achieve tangible results.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1982
WEBSITE
http://sentinel.com/