Administrative Assistant

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

As an Administrative Assistant you will provide general to advanced secretarial, administrative, and office support, often of a non-routine nature, for one or more managers, typically at the VP level or above.

At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:

•     Work with VP Administrative Services to prepare and balance multi-million dollar budget, covering multiple departments.
•     Answer, screen, and direct telephone calls, creating a positive impression with callers and arranging conference calls.
•     Schedule appointments and makes arrangements for meetings and conferences, which may include preparing agendas, reserving and preparing facilities.
•     Oversee department volunteer involvement in signature events including Blue Santa, The Valero Benefit for Children and other volunteer events throughout the year.
•     Use Concur to monitor and process expense reports for department.
•     Prepare correspondence, reports, and presentations.
•     Conduct research and compiles statistical reports.
•     Organize and maintains file system, and files correspondence and records of a confidential nature.
•     Organize and expedites the flow of work through the manager’s office.
•     Arrange and coordinates travel schedules and reservations in Concur.
•     Greet visitors and directs them to the appropriate area or person.
•     Process invoices and requisitions; orders and maintains supplies and arranges for equipment maintenance.

This position is salaried nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

• Minimum Requirements:
•     High School diploma or GED required.
•     5 years of experience providing administrative support for corporate executives required.
•     Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and various other software applications.
•     Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.
• Preferred Requirements: 
•     Associate's or higher level degree in a related field preferred.
•     Experience providing administrative support for corporate executives in the refining/petroleum industry preferred.
• Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding?  Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
• 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
• Company-sponsored Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
• Onsite Daycare Center
• Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician)
• Onsite Pharmacy
• State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
• Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
• Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trails
• Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers.

Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero.  Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.  

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