Job DescriptionDescription The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion in a dynamic environment.
This role is hybrid and will require weekly onsite work in Washington, DC.
Primary responsibilities include the following:
- Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and/or editing correspondence that are sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
- Plans, coordinates and ensures the schedule is followed and respected.
- Communicates with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrates leadership and professional maturity to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization. Engender credibility and trust with all levels of staff and executive leadership.
- Proactively takes charge of situations and understands the importance and urgency of issues while maintaining a calm and organized environment.
- Uses independent judgment, initiative and tact to make administrative decisions, resolve issues and escalate to the appropriate areas in a timely manner with careful regard for confidentiality and in accordance with the company's policies and procedures.
- Constantly looks for ways to increase organization, improve efficiency, and solve problems while consistently meeting deadlines.
- Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns and determines appropriate course of action, referral, and/or response.
- Partners with key administrative staff across the enterprise and provides a bridge for smooth communication between other parts of the company.
- Performs other administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required Education & Experience:- High School and eight (8) years or more of related experience, preferably supporting a large organization.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced level of skills and experience with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
- Excellent calendar management skills, including the coordination of complex executive-level meetings, and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently. Sound judgment and ability to manage through disagreements and conflict to achieve resolution.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, effectively manage new/shifting responsibilities and priorities, and handle multiple, complex tasks at any given time.
- Ability to tolerate stress and be adaptable, flexible, persistent, versatile and handle multiple projects and re-prioritizations.
- Excellent analytical problem solving skills and use of common sense to anticipate and resolve challenges or obstacles resourcefully with diplomacy, efficiency and timeliness.
- Ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders with professional maturity, confidentiality and discretion.
- Flexible outlook and attitude and willingness to accept additional assignments and work outside of core hours as required.
- US Citizenship.
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
