This cover letter for an Office Assistant can also be used for applying for a position as a secretary.
Aside from telling us what you know how to do, the addition of your willingness to take on other work not strictly defined as your duty makes you a desired employee.
- View the below example. You can download this Office Assistant Cover Letter Template in Word and tailor it to meet your specific needs.
Notice that the secretary writes how many words she types per minute, which number may have been specified in the job posting.
In general, it’s a good idea to mention in the cover letter the requirements for the job, because if a search engine is going through your resume instead of a person, the job requirements will be what the search engine will flag.
Office Assistant Cover Letter Sample
Debra Kelly
Street Address, City, State, Zip | Cell Phone | Email Address
Today’s date
Mr. Jay Boots
ABC Company
Address, City, State, zip
Re: Job Application – Office Assistant
Dear Mr. Boots,
In reference to the posting on jobsinyourcity.com, I’m applying for the position of office assistant.
I have been working in the capacity of office assistant for eight years and am familiar with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Gemini. I type 100 words per minute and am a quick learner.
My flexibility and willingness to pitch in with chores that are not strictly within my job description have contributed to my winning the Office Employee of the Year Award for the past seven years straight.
Aside from the standard receptionist-type of work that I do (answering phones, directing visitors, ensuring that the reception area is neat and welcoming).
I also have experience:
- Recording minutes of meetings.
- Writing official letters (such as, Thank-You letters).
- Filing and documenting.
- Systemizing mailing campaigns.
- Maintaining records of daily bank transactions.
When our office organized events, I was responsible for delegating each one’s assignment and coordinating the entire schedule. I efficiently perform errands and have experience with all office machinery. Please see my resume for further details.
I would be happy to meet you at your convenience.
Please let me know when it would be an opportune time to come.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Debra Kelly
Enclosure: Resume
Administrative / Office Cover Letters