Special Assistant

The Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs (ECA) requires an Administrative Assistant IV (Senior Executive) to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Preservation and Global Platforms. Support includes, but is not limited to, all functional roles of an Administrative Assistant, from daily scheduling, drafting memos, coordinating taskers, to travel, budget, and project management, as well as other functions that directly assist the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Preservation and Global Platforms, as well as the offices under the ECA Deputy Assistant Secretary for Preservation and Global Platforms. Support to the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, the Assistant Secretary, and others in the ECA Front Office will also be required. Note that the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Preservation and Global Platforms may also occasionally serve as the Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary. Exceptional critical thinking, writing and organizational skills is required, as well as the ability to prepare senior principals for a vast array of meetings, engagements, and events. Requirements Must have an active Secret clearance Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree valued Experience with providing support directly to high level executives, including the Deputy Assistant Secretary level and above Possess critical thinking and decision-making skills. Ability to analyze and properly address, resolve and/or take appropriate next steps on issues, questions and situations, especially problematic ones, to best support the Front Office. This can include questions and issues regarding Front Office and/or Bureau processes and procedures. Experience arranging and coordinating meetings and travel for high-ranking government officials or top-level business executives Experience maintaining calendars and schedules for senior officials Outstanding written and oral communications skills Excellent organizational and follow-up skills Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment Solid Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills Experience with social media forums and the ability to learn online collaborative tools Excellent customer service skills 3-5 years of professional experience is required Benefits Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental Matching 401K Short- and Long-Term Disability Pet Insurance Professional Development/Education Reimbursement Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Salary Compensation: $95,000-$100,000 Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr