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Executive Assistant - Eff. 11/16/09 Choose actions for Executive Assistant - Eff. 11/16/09  
Location: District of Columbia-Washington
Req. Number: 90115834
Description: THE SAFETY OF OUR PASSENGERS, OUR EMPLOYEES, THE PUBLIC AND OUR OPERATING ENVIRONMENT IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY!


Position Title: Executive Assistant
Department: Information Technology
Location: Washington, DC
Posting #: 90115834


INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL APPLICANTS


SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The Executive Assistant provides administrative and secretarial support for the Operations and Information Security Departments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the day-to-day operations of the office. Composes, edits and assists in preparation of all correspondence. Coordinates travel arrangements. Sorts and distributes mail. Procures office equipment and supplies while adhering to budgeting guidelines. Provides training to and serves as a backup for other assistants. Acts as a liaison with other departments and outside agencies, including high-level staff such as CEOs, Presidents, Senior Vice Presidents and Chiefs. Handles confidential and non-routine information and explains administrative policies when necessary. Screens incoming calls. Establishes and maintains extensive filing system.

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associate/College degree in related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated administrative experience with senior level management. Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook).

PREFERRED WORK EXPERIENCE: Extensive executive administrative experience. Budgetary skills. Advanced spreadsheet creation. Creating newsletters.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Uses good judgment to resolve or escalate problems or issues. Ability to effectively handle many cold calls.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Must possess and demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills. Team player with attention to detail in all communications. Demonstrate excellent time management skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

AMTRAK EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE A JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICATION TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.
Hiring Range: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00
Annually
Last Date to Apply: 11/30/09
Position Type: Permanent
Job Category: Information Technology
Years of Experience: 5 - 10
Travel Requirements: No Travel
Relocation Benefits May Apply: No
Classification Agreement: No
Referral Bonus: 350 pts









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