Listed below are tasks that I frequently perform….CommunicationsCompose correspondence/reports for own or manager's signatureArrange essential mail in priority action order for bossCheck deadlines on incoming requests and put preliminary work in playProcess replies on own initiative or from bosses' dictation or notesResearch, draft or abstract reportsPhonesHandle all inquiries within my capacityArrange "callbacks" to protect boss's timeProvide back-up materials for callbacksRoute calls elsewhere as neededDo phone surveys/inquiries as neededAppointments/MeetingsMaintain calendar; ascertain which events require boss's presenceFix commitments to maximize boss's time efficiency; Allow decision/desk timeWhen boss chairs meetings:-Prepare agenda in advance-Arrange meeting facilities-Act as recording secretary; prepare action minutesConfidentialityPerform to earn boss's full confidenceAssure discreet handling of all businessScreen to control interruptionsProvide back-up data as neededArrange amenities as neededAs arranged, "rescue" boss from laggardsSchedule visits away from boss's area to protect priority/private tasksTravelArrange travel through internal or outside agentsArrange travel cash in advancePrepare itinerary, trip file and suppliesPrepare expense report tools for bossComplete expense reports after tripData ManagementImprove/tighten storage/retrieval systemsUpdate and manage index RoutinesUpdate secretarial/clerical desk manualSet up "exception reporting" system to handle routines without supervisionRoutinely re-order department suppliesUpdate mail/phone directoriesMake these available to traineesProjectsHandle administrative detail, all projectsSeek greater role in projects within administrative and other areas of competenceSeek training on projects outside my range