Everything Has A Reason

Over time this statement became a culture at Bass Cat and Yar-Craft Boats.  A simple tribal tactic, not one that comes from a how-to manual or a mission statement.  It comes with years of building the finest bass and walleye boats in the world.  Our staff compiles hundreds of years of boat-building experience.  We aren’t the new kids on the block, and we know our culture runs deep. 

We uphold a commitment to ensuring each boat is comprised of the finest quality throughout the manufacturing process.  Better resins, better fiberglass, better techniques and not cutting corners in any segment.  It’s not about the price, it’s about the boats and the people that build and run them. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct phone calls
• Works in cooperation with other system development assistants to cover phones.
• Schedules and organizes complex activities such as meetings, travel, conferences, and department activities for all members of the department.  
• Maintain contact lists
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms
• Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
• Plan meetings and take detailed minutes
• Book travel arrangements
• Bookkeeping support which may include matching documents, reconciling sub-ledgers to supporting documents, reconciling expense reports, and other accounting related duties.
• Greet and assist visitors to the office
• Act as the point of contact for internal and external clients
• Provide information by answering questions and requests
• Take dictation
• Works independently and within a team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects. Acts as project manager for special projects, which may include planning and coordinating employee events/activities, disseminating information, coordinating direct mailings, creating brochures, etc.
• Liaise with other office personnel to handle requests and queries from senior managers
• Research and creates presentations
• Handle multiple projects
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques
• Maintain office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning etc.
• Maintain computer and manual filing systems
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Receive, sort, and distribute the mail
• Responsible for all other tasks/duties as assigned or necessary to successfully meet the goals and mission of the organization.

All positions are safety sensitive. A safety sensitive position is any position designated in writing by an employer, in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety.

Qualified candidates will be asked to submit to drug testing.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
• Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
• Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Education and Experience:

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or office administrative assistant.
• At least 3 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Bookkeeping and/or accounting experience preferred.
• High School degree: additional qualification as an Administrative Assistant will be a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

 Bass Cat Boat Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bass Cat Boat Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Bass Cat Boat Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Bass Cat Boat Company’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Benefits and Perks:

• Faith based foundation
• Family oriented atmosphere
• Competitive pay - Opportunity for a pay increase at 90 days!
• Benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k)/Paid Holidays/Vacation
• Employee Appreciation Celebrations as well as Family Day (Restrictions permitting)
• Attendance bonuses, referral bonuses, end of the year profit sharing