General Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant for the Director of Emergency Services (DES). In this role, you will play a crucial role in supporting the DES in their daily operations and ensuring that everything runs smoothly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Schedule appointments and meetings for the Director of Emergency Services (DES), including staff meetings, outreach, and special events
• Correspond on behalf of the DES when necessary
• Retrieve data information for all emergency services programs for reporting purposes
• Complete weekly/monthly reports for the Department of Human Services
• Assist new hires with onboarding and getting acclimated with management and the team
• Schedule annual employee evaluations and maintain employee profiles
• Create impact analysis for annual reporting for the National Urban League and Greater Washington Urban League
• Schedule and coordinate all activities for the Emergency Services team
• Perform all clerical duties for the Director of Emergency Services efficiently
• Create and manage spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, correspondence, databases, and other documents

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 6 years of senior administrative experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background investigation.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 55 wpm.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and .Net systems.
• Must be proficient with airline bookings and out-of-town training and special events.
• Customer service and interpersonal skills must be second nature.
• Must be observant, and an effective communicator both verbally and written, when a proactive approach is critical.

Working Conditions

The employee will be working in a normal office environment.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit, stand, walk, and reach. May need to lift files or packages periodically.

Other Duties

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of personnel. Furthermore, other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at the discretion of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Can you type 55 wpm

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Supporting Senior Administrators: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person