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Executive Secretary / Human Resources Assistant
Services to Enhance Potential (STEP) – Dearborn, Michigan
At Services to Enhance Potential (STEP), our mission is simple yet powerful: to support individuals in the pursuit of their chosen goals and the achievement of personal satisfaction in their lives. If you are an organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives on supporting leadership, empowering employees, and making a meaningful difference, we invite you to become part of our team.
Why This Role Matters
This is more than an administrative position—it’s an opportunity to serve as a trusted partner to our CEO, Board of Directors, and Human Resources team. You will play a vital role in helping STEP operate efficiently while supporting the people who make our mission possible.
As the Executive Secretary/Human Resources Assistant, you will help drive organizational excellence by managing executive operations, supporting board governance, coordinating key HR functions, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
What You’ll Do
Executive & Board Support
- Serve as the primary administrative support for the CEO and Board of Directors.
- Coordinate board meetings, committee meetings, executive schedules, travel arrangements, and conferences.
- Prepare meeting materials and record accurate board and committee meeting minutes.
- Maintain confidential board records, correspondence, attendance records, and committee assignments.
- Assist with monthly reporting and agency performance dashboards.
Human Resources Support
- Assist with onboarding and employee documentation, including benefits enrollment and personnel records.
- Support FMLA administration and employee compliance processes.
- Coordinate driver’s license checks, background screenings, and annual employee verification requirements.
- Assist with performance evaluation correspondence and personnel file maintenance.
- Maintain employee records, staff listings, and other HR-related documentation.
Administrative Excellence
- Create professional correspondence, reports, presentations, and spreadsheets.
- Manage confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of required reports and documentation.
- Support compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
✔ High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
✔ Minimum of three years of advanced experience using:
- Microsoft Word
- Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis)
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Artificial Intelligence platforms and productivity tools
✔ Exceptional organizational, communication, and time-management skills
✔ Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
✔ Valid Michigan Driver’s License and insurability under STEP’s insurance requirements.
The Ideal Candidate
You are:
- Highly organized and proactive
- Comfortable working directly with executive leadership
- Skilled at balancing multiple priorities
- Detail-oriented and dependable
- Passionate about supporting people and organizational success
- A collaborative team player who values professionalism and service
Why STEP?
When you join STEP, you become part of an organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Your work will directly support a mission-driven team committed to helping people achieve greater independence, fulfillment, and quality of life.
At STEP, your talents will be valued, your contributions will matter, and your work will have purpose.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your administrative expertise and people-focused mindset can create meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us continue enhancing potential, one life at a time.
Services to Enhance Potential (STEP)
Supporting individuals. Strengthening communities. Inspiring possibilities.