Receives and distributes communications; collects and mails correspondence. Copies and stores important documents and records. Maintains inventory of office supplies and anticipates supply needs; ensures prompt ordering and receipt of supplies and delivers supplies to work stations as needed. Office staff responsibilities include performing clerical and administrative duties for an office. Clerical duties support the day-to-day operations of an office, including answering phones, sorting mail, scheduling meetings, and business trips, welcoming visitors, and filing documents. Office assistants handle organizational and clerical support tasks. This may include organizing files, scheduling appointments, writing copy, proofreading, receiving guests and more, depending on the company and its needs.