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Administrative Assistant

Kunkel & Associates, Inc.

1 Positions

ID: 3831556

Posted On 01/12/2026

Job Overview

Dubuque, IA | Full-Time | On-Site

About Kunkel & Associates

Kunkel & Associates is a growing commercial insurance brokerage built on relationships, teamwork, and long-term success. We believe in investing in our people, supporting one another, and creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers.

Our Administrative team plays a critical role in keeping our office running smoothly and making a strong first impression for clients, visitors, and teammates alike.

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Position Overview

The Administrative Assistant serves as the **front door of the organization** , providing essential administrative and office support while delivering a warm, professional experience to everyone who interacts with Kunkel & Associates.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, team-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment.

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What You’ll Do

Front Desk & Office Support

• Answer and route incoming calls professionally and efficiently

• Greet clients, visitors, and vendors with a welcoming, positive presence

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries

Administrative & Team Support

• Create, update, and format documents using Microsoft Office

• Prepare and distribute certificates of insurance, auto ID cards, and policy documents

• Support sales and service teams with printing, binding, scanning, and filing

• Assist with renewal preparation, questionnaires, and loss run requests

• Run motor vehicle records and submit to insurance carriers as needed

• Process cancellations and assist with day-end close functions

Organization & Communication

• Maintain accurate contact information in Microsoft Outlook

• Monitor electronic mail and faxes daily

• Communicate clearly with internal teams and escalate items to the appropriate department when needed

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What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of administrative, office, or customer-facing experience

• Strong attention to detail and ability to stay organized in a busy environment

• Professional communication skills—both written and verbal

• Comfortable handling multiple tasks and shifting priorities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Dependable, team-oriented, and willing to step in where needed

• Ability to type at least 60 WPM

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Work Environment & Expectations

• **On-site position** (this role requires a consistent office presence)

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

• Lunch breaks coordinated with front desk coverage needs

• Fast-paced, collaborative office with a supportive training process

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Why Join Kunkel & Associates?

• Stable, growing company with long-term career opportunities

• Supportive team culture—no “sink or swim” mentality

• Clear paths for growth into client service and account support roles

• Structured training and onboarding

• A workplace that values professionalism, teamwork, and people-first leadership

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Ready to Apply?

If you enjoy being the go-to person in the office, thrive on organization, and take pride in creating a positive experience for others, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply here:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/30240858-8a1e-4ef0-b9c9-83bd28e4fe70/Kunkel-Associates

Requirements

Job Requirements

• Associate’s degree or applicable administrative/office experience

• 1–3 years of experience in an administrative, office support, or customer-facing role

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional, welcoming demeanor

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Ability to work independently while also collaborating as part of a team

• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment

• Minimum typing speed of 60 WPM

• Dependable, punctual, and committed to being a consistent on-site team member

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Work Schedule & Location

• **Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM**

• **This is an in-office position and is not remote**

• As employees grow in their role, demonstrate reliability, and develop within Kunkel & Associates, there may be opportunities for **increased flexibility and limited hybrid work** , dependent on role responsibilities, performance, and business needs

Primary Contact

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Kim Budde

Director of Human Resources, HR

563-585-2310

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Fax

[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Clerical/Office Administration

Insurance

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Company ID

1111

Job REQ #

3831556

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20260112

End Date

20260212

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Kunkel & Associates, Inc.

About the Company

**Kunkel & Associates** is a commercial insurance brokerage and consulting firm committed to providing quality service through unparalleled professionalism and personalized attention for over 15 years.

Our team provides consultative solutions for your transportation, property and casualty, and employee benefits needs. Our organization continues to grow and develop by bringing innovative advantages to our clients; including: comprehensive nursing services, resource consulting, safety and loss control management, and claims management.

Work with us, not for us.

At Kunkel & Associates, we continue to search for talented individuals to join our team. If you are seeking a position that is rewarding, challenging, provides growth opportunities, and is fun, consider a career with us. Even if you donΓÇÖt see the position youΓÇÖre looking for, please still apply. WeΓÇÖre always interested in talking to great people.

K&A Locations: Dubuque, Iowa (Headquarters); Madison, Wisconsin and Kansas City, Kansas

Check out our recruitment video: https://kunkel-inc.com/careers to learn more about what we do at Kunkel and our team members!