Executive Assistant in Baltimore, Maryland For Sale

LCWR
Silver Spring, MD
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The executive assistant works directly with the executive director, providing critical administrative support and is responsible for general administrative tasks, diversified office duties, and safeguarding highly sensitive information in a confidential manner.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Produces information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics.
? Conserves executive's time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications.
? Maintains executive's appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
? Maintains confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
? Prepares and organizes LCWR executive committee and board minutes and materials.
? Provides historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems.
? Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions;
? Works collaboratively with associate directors and administrative assistant to assure smooth operation of all LCWR programs and activities.
? Proofreads LCWR publications.
? Works collaboratively with associate directors responsible for LCWR committees.
? Performs other duties as requested/required.
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
? Proficient in Windows-based applications, e.g., Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.
? Ability to read, analyze and interpret operating and maintenance instructions specifically as related to office equipment, i.e. computer, facsimile and copy machines, postage, etc.
? Knowledge of contemporary Catholic Church and religious life or a willingness to learn
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills
? Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy and handle many projects at one time
? Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
? Willingness to take initiative with administrative tasks.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The LCWR Office hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. The executive assistant is expected to be present at the office during those hours.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Reports to the Executive Director of LCWR
The mission of The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) is to promote understanding of religious life by assisting members to carry out more collaboratively their leadership in their congregations in order to further the mission of Christ in today's world; to foster dialogue and collaboration among religious congregations within the Church in the larger society and to develop models for initiating and strengthening relationships with groups concerned with the needs of society, thereby effecting change.
Base Pay: $40k to $45k Salary
Send applications or inquiries to: ghartzog@lcwr.org