Administrative Assistant Test

When looking to fill an administrative assistant position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. An accounting clerk skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is an administrative assistant skills test?

    An administrative assistant skills test is a pre-employment assessment that is used as an early part of the recruitment process. The test has been developed to help recruitment teams choose the candidates for a role as an administrative assistant based on the skills, knowledge, and aptitudes that are essential for success.

    The test is structured to be taken in the candidate’s own time, with a multiple-choice format that is straightforward for the applicant and provides data that can be used to narrow down a large candidate pool for the recruiter.

    With this test, a recruiter can see exactly which candidates are likely to be successful if offered the role, before investing more time into interviews and other stages of the application process.

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  1. What is an administrative assistant skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the administrative assistant skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures administrative assistant skills
  4. Administrative Assistant Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the administrative assistant skills test for pre-screening?

    An administrative assistant may not require specific qualifications, with many roles being offered to candidates who have completed their basic schooling - which can make completing a paper sift an inefficient way to assess whether each applicant has the required level of relevant skills and other attributes to be a successful member of the team.

    Administrative assistants may not need to complete specific qualifications, but there are specific skills that are needed. Administrative assistants are often the main point of contact for executives and professionals, other companies, customers, and suppliers. They might be required to answer letters, emails, and other correspondence, as well as arrange travel and meetings. Some administrative assistants are responsible for managing office protocols, and policies, and doing things like ordering office supplies. With all this going on, an administrative assistant needs to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, teamwork, and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail and confident decision-making.

    Finding candidates that have these skills and attributes is not simply just by reading a CV or an application form, and even in an interview situation. Recruitment teams are using skills tests in their processes to find candidates for different positions because the results that they provide are a demonstration of a candidate's ability to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world, work-related situations.

    The administrative assistant test would also be suitable when hiring a clerical assistant, or any role where support is provided to executives or other professionals such as:

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How our test measures administrative assistant skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to become an administrative assistant were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our administrative assistant test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Administrative Assistant Test FAQs

What skills should I look for when hiring an administrative assistant?

When hiring an administrative assistant, the important skills include verbal and written communication, organization, attention to detail, and great customer service. Administrative assistants need to be flexible and confident when working in a team or alone.

Can I use aptitude tests to assess candidates' soft skills?

Aptitude tests are a good way to assess soft skills, but there are specific soft skills tests that would be appropriate for an administrative assistant, such as communication, teamwork, and organization.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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