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NEWEST OPENINGS WITH POSITIONS INC

 

 

*Bi-Lingual (English and Japanese) Executive Assistant

Washington, DC

$42K-$45K

 

A Fortune 100 company is looking for a bi-lingual Japanese and English Executive Assistant to support a Senior Vice President, Corporate Director and Lobbyist in their Government Relations Office in Washington, DC. This is a wonderful opportunity for a top notch proactive Executive Assistant who is Native Japanese and fluent in English. Become an integral part of a cohesive team providing C level support to a team of dynamic executives.  Duties included: planning intricate travel; communicating daily with staff in Japan and New York; participating in Staff Meetings; drafting correspondence in both in Japanese and English; arranging for interpreters for offsite meetings; preparing and distributing monthly reports; assisting with basic research; maintaining executive calendars and preparing travel& expense reports. Showcase your organizational and administrative talents in a corporate setting for a leading international company. This company is staffed with proactive, resourceful senior management who will encourage your professional development.  If you exude a high level of professionalism and would like to work in a state of the art work environment……read on and learn more about this dynamic opportunity.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Create business documents and presentations
  • Maintain executive calendars
  • Prepare and distribute monthly reports
  • Arrange for offsite interpreters
  • Prepare travel and expense reports
  • Assist in updating handbook
  • Coordinating and organize VIP schedules and hotel reservations

 

Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong ability to communicate professionally with staff in Japan and New York
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to work well independently
  • Accommodating, flexible personality

 

Benefits

  • Medical benefits begin on the date of hire
  • Free single and family healthcare benefits to include medical, dental and vision
  • Paid week between Christmas and New Year’s
  • Outstanding pension/retirement plan second to none

 

Requirements

Fluency in Japanese and English        

4-5 years of significant administrative-executive experience in a corporate environment.

Proficiency in using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

 

For immediate consideration: email candaces@positionsincwdc.com with subject line “EA/Japanese-DC

 

 

Administrative Assistant

Trade Association

Arlington, VA-Metro Accessible

$30K’s

Are you looking for an entry level position with a great organization where you can call home? A well-established trade association in Arlington is looking for an outstanding Administrative Assistant to assist a team of five. Enjoy working in a wonderful corporate culture with tons of room for growth and learning.  Flexibility, strong attention to detail, and ability to multitask are a must!  This is the ideal position for someone looking to break into the association world but not sure where to start. 

Duties:

  • Respond to member requests via phone and email
  • Responsible for entering information in database
  • Prepare meeting materials
  • Assist with travel arrangements
  • Draft and edit correspondence
  • Coordinator audio conferences
  • Conduct research for specific projects

Benefits:

  • Medical benefits (dental, vision, prescription, LT/ST disability, etc.)
  • 401K
  • Flexible Summer Hours
  • Metro allowance
  • 16 PTO days
  • 9 Paid Holidays

  For Immediate Consideration: Email your resume to Colleen Mullaney, Recruiting Associate at CMullaney@positionsincwdc.com with subject line “AA, Association"

 

Executive Assistant

DC Trade Association

Convenient to downtown metro

 

Are you seeking a new challenge and a great boss who values input from his right hand? Searching for a true work-life balance?  Maybe it’s a long commute or company lay-offs that have you looking for your next great position.  Whatever the reason, this is an opportunity not to be missed.  This team of friendly, hard-working (but laid-back!) individuals needs a diligent, experienced Executive Assistant to support their top Executive with travel arrangements, meeting preparation, and overall office support.  Your excellent multi-tasking skills and diplomatic approach will be called upon as you juggle a busy calendar, assist with meeting logistics, and pitch in to help your team in a variety of areas.  This individual needs a ‘do-it-all’ superstar who is flexible for any and all tasks.  In return, you will be rewarded with, a low-maintenance boss, great co-workers, no long hours and the chance to travel to the Annual Meeting each year.  Excellent compensation and benefits are just the icing on the cake!

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Manage Executive’s calendar and travel arrangements
  • Assist with meeting preparation
  • Compile materials for presentations
  • Liaise with outside contacts and internal staff to coordinate projects
  • Process expense reports and invoices
  • Draft and edit correspondence
  • Assist other staff members when needed

 

REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Prior experience supporting an Executive
  • Flexible, ‘team-player’ mentality
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to travel to Annual Meeting

 

BENEFITS:

 

  • 2 weeks vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • 10 sick days
  • 2 personal days
  • 401k with employer contribution

 

 

SALARY: $60k’s with excellent benefit package

 

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION:

Please send your resume to Colleen Mullaney, Recruiting Associate: CMullaney@positionsincwdc.com with subject line: “EA, Association”.

 

 

 

Executive Assistant

Commercial Real Estate Company

Washington, DC

$55K-$58K

 

Description:

 

One of Washington’s largest full-service commercial real estate developers is looking for a top notch executive assistant to support a Vice President and three leasing consultants. You will be the hub of information between department members and the executive team. Work closely with the Vice President on lease administration for numerous Class A properties in with Washington metro area. In this role you will:

 

    Job Duties:

·         Provide administrative assistant support to the VP and three leasing consultants

·         Organize and maintain leasing files

·         Maintain broker and tenant databases

·         Assist with production of proposals

·         Coordinate logistics for in-person meetings and teleconferences for ongoing projects

·         Draft and edit correspondence and contracts

·         Manage executive calendar and coordinate project deadlines

Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate:

·         Extensive experience supporting high level executives

·         Demonstrated project coordination skills and experience

·          Strong working knowledge and proficiency in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

·         Well-developed organizational and time management skills

·         Strong communicator

     Benefits:

·         Company value employee contributions

·         History of promoting from within

·         401k begins on the first day of employment

·         State of the art work environment

·         On-the-job training with experienced staff

·         Family healthcare cost under $200.00 monthly

·         10 sick days coupled with 9 Federal Holidays

Requirements:

·         5-7 years of progressive administrative experience supporting high level executives

·         Exposure to lease documentation

·         Experience in marketing preferred

·         Understanding of commercial real estate is a plus

For Immediate Consideration: Email your resume to Candace Smiechowski at CandaceS@positionsincwdc.com

 

 

Administrative Assistant

Commercial Real Estate, Washington, DC

 

    Description

 

If your are ready to put your top notch administrative, organizational and interpersonal  skills to the test while assisting members a dynamic Leasing Team for a leading commercial real estate company in the Washington metro area…..READ ON. The Washington Business Journal ranks our client company as “One of the Top Five Best Companies” to work for in the Region. They have over 30 years of experience. Their teams are dedicated to building long lasting relationships.

This position requires an upbeat, take charge energetic, organized person with a demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple competing tasks and demands.  Showcase your administrative skills in this dynamic fast paced state of the art work environment.

Opportunity for professional development for top performers!

 

Responsibilities

·         Provide administrative assistance to DC Leasing Group

·         Type and design general correspondences, proposals, charts, tables and graphs.

·         Organize and assist with Broker functions such as luncheons and special events

·         Design/animate/produce presentations with PowerPoint

·         Oversee production, assembly and mailing of flyers, brochures and mass marketing collateral

·         Create and edit maps with Photoshop or PowerPoint

·         Assist with Research needs when they arise

Characteristics of the ideal candidate include

·         Strong problem solver who is adaptable to changing priorities

·         Excellent communicator who has effective time/management skills

·         A personality that gets along well with people and has a positive impact on the rest of the office

·         Very good follow through and juggling skills

·         The ability to produce high quality work product without missing the detail

·         Self motivated and confident to communicate with Senior Executives

·         Excellent proofing and editing skills

Benefits include

·         Tuition reimbursement of $2500.00 after six months

·         Generous annual bonuses based upon performance

·         Affordable family healthcare costing under $250.00 monthly with a premium provider

·         401 K with matching contribution from date of hire

·         10 days vacation coupled with 5 sick days and 9 Federal Holidays

Requirements

·         2-3 years of administrative background to include work processing; presentation material collation; preparation of spreadsheet, graphs and charts; desktop publishing; marketing experience preferred; real estate background a plus

·         Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint; basic to intermediate Excel and Access; Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Excellent spelling and grammar skills along with typing of 55 wpm

For Immediate Consideration: Email your resume to Candace Smiechowski at CandaceS@positionsincwdc.com

 

 

Graphics Specialist Assistant

Real Estate, Washington, DC

$50K-$53K

Description

If your are ready to put your top notch design/ graphic skills to the test while assisting members of the Capital Markets Group for a leading commercial real estate company in the Washington metro area…..read on. The Washington Business Journal ranks our client company as “One of the Top Five Best Companies” to work for in the Region. They have over 30 years of experience. Their teams are dedicated to building long lasting relationships.

This position requires an upbeat, take charge energetic, organized person with a demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple competing tasks and demands.  Showcase your graphic skills in this dynamic fast paced state of the art work environment.

Never a dull moment!

Responsibilities

§       Design and produce marketing materials, flyers, corporate leasing proposals and presentation boards using Adobe Photoshop, In Design and Illustrator or MS Office graphic programs

§       Oversee production, assembly and mailing of flyers, brochures and mass marketing collateral

§       Create/edit maps with Photoshop, MapPoint or PowerPoint

§       Organize and assist with planning for Broker functions

§       Create and edit maps with Photoshop or PowerPoint

§       Assist with Research needs when they arise

 

Characteristics of the ideal candidate include

§       Strong problem solver who is adaptable to changing priorities

§       Excellent communicator who has effective time/management skills

§       A personality that gets along well with people and has a positive impact on the rest of the office

§       Very good follow through and juggling skills

§       The ability to produce high quality work product without missing the detail

§       Self motivated and confident to communicate with Senior Executives

§       Excellent proofing and editing skills

 

Benefits include

§       Tuition reimbursement of $2500.00 after six months

§       Generous annual bonuses based upon performance

§       Affordable family healthcare costing under $250.00 monthly with a premium provider

§       401 K with matching contribution from date of hire

§       10 days vacation coupled with 5 sick days and 9 Federal Holidays

 

Requirements

§       3-4 years of high end graphics experience in a professional corporate environment

§       Background should include word processing; presentation materials collation; preparation of spreadsheets; graphs and charts; desktop publishing in a marketing or production environment

§       Proficient in using Adobe In Design, Photoshop Illustrator and MS Office/Typing 55-60 wpm

To apply: email your resume and cover letter to Candace Smiechowski candaces@positionsincwdc.com  with subject line: “Graphic Specialist" 

 

 

Recent College Graduates

DC Metro Area

$30-40k


We are experts in placing college graduates in permanent positions with prestigious organizations in the DC metro area.  All positions are full-time, salaried, with benefits.  If you are looking to jump start your career in the following areas we can help you!
 

  • Marketing 
  • Finance/Investments 
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Human Resources

 

Our clients seek bright, ambitious grads with drive and positive attitudes. If you have strong communications skills, experience using MS applications and 1 year total office or intern experience. Please email resumes to cmullaney@positionsincwdc.com with subject line "Grads, Grads, Grads".


 

Personal Assistant to CEO
Professional Services Firm
Bethesda, MD
$70
k+

Simplify the life of a dynamic, executive entrepreneur using your caretaking abilities to manage his personal schedule. This extremely successful, highly intelligent President needs a right hand, Personal Assistant to partner with his current Executive Assistant.  As the company has grown, so have his personal obligations.  Use your ‘get it done’ approach to manage his busy calendar and social life ranging from political events to international vacations.  Your organizational skills will be well-utilized as you liaise with his Executive Assistant to manage his ever-changing calendar.  Your professionalism, tact, and administrative savvy will help keep his personal life on track. 

Requirements:

  • Manage personal calendar, arranging social and family obligations
  • Coordinate personal domestic and international travel arrangements
  • Liaise with President’s wife to coordinate after-work schedule
  • Triage requests from staff to as they relate to President’s personal calendar
  • Monitor incoming personal mail and email
  • Respond to requests for attendance at social events

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate:

  • Extremely organized to maintain President’s busy personal schedule
  • Professional demeanor to interact with VIPs in his personal sphere
  • Extremely detail-oriented to ensure accuracy of personal schedule as it aligns with his professional obligations
  • Effective communicator to relay important information to Executive Assistant, staff and family
  • Efficient time management skills to juggle President’s numerous appointments
  • Thick skin to deal with ambiguous requests and potential miscommunications
  • Flexible to stay as late as needed and to accept calls after work hours

Requirements:

  • Minimum ten years experience as a high level executive assistant supporting a top executive. Personal assistant experience strongly preferred.
  • Must have corporate experience in a fast paced setting
  • Must have daily access to vehicle in order to drive to President’s home or other location on short notice

Benefits: 

  • Excellent compensation package includes medical coverage, 401k and yearly bonus.

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION: Email resume to Colleen Mullaney, Recruiting Associate, Positions Inc. at CMullaney@positionsincwdc.com with subject line “Personal Assistant, Bethesda

 

To speak with a recruiter about these and other job openings,
please contact us at (202) 659-9270

 

FILLED POSITIONS

Meetings Coordinator-FILLED

Washington, DC

$30k's

Do you want to combine your interest in communications and political science? Opportunity to promote a leading executive education program and seminar series on government, media and Congress to a variety of targeted audiences.

If you thrive on a fast-pace, and possess strong oral and written communication skills, have an interest in public affairs and can juggle multiple schedules and priorities, then this opportunity will allow room for growth and learning.  You will interact with corporate leaders, representatives of government agencies, and universities.

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating conferences and seminars
  • Interacting with speakers and graduate students
  • Assisting the Program Director with logistics for each seminar

Characteristics of Ideal Candidate:

  • Initiative, strong organizational skills and ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Benefits:

  • 100% paid premium for major medical insurance-individual coverage
  • 403B employee pre-tax contribution to retirement plan
  • TIAA CREF employer financed contribution up to 4% of salary
  • Generous vacation and sick leave plan

Requirements:

  • B.A. /B.S. degree required with concentration in communications, English, political science, public relations, journalism, history or government affairs preferred.
  • Applicants must be proficient in MS Office software and have relevant experience in an internship or volunteer position.

 

 

For Immediate Consideration: Email your resume and salary requirements to Jane Rosenthal, Senior Personnel Consultant, jrosenthal@positionsincwdc.com and/or Colleen Mullaney, Recruiting Associate, at CMullaney@positionsincwdc.com with subject line “Meeting Coordinator”

 

 

 

Executive Assistant/Office Manager-International Non Profit-FILLED

DC Metro Area

International organization promoting trade and technological cooperation between the U.S. and Europe is seeking an executive assistant to the president who is proactive, entrepreneurial, highly organized and an excellent communicator.  In this small team-oriented organization, you will play a crucial role as a liaison with the president, government affairs director and corporate members as well as international government officials. Responsibilities include: managing daily operations, preparing and tracking invoices and expense reports, scheduling meetings with members, prospects and contacts in the U.S. and overseas,  managing the executive’s calendar, coordinating logistics for travel and  hotel accommodations, and preparing materials for bi-annual board meetings and presentations.. Attend meetings and special events, Salary depends on exp. 

Qualifications:

B.A. /B.S. degree, min. two years of  experience.

  • Prior exp. supporting a President, Vice President, CEO, or Director
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Trade association exp. preferred

Benefits:

  • Major Medical insurance begins immediately
  • Pre-tax metro allowance
  • 4 weeks vacation, major holidays
  • Company contributes 15% of base salary to SEP IRA

For immediate consideration, please address your cover letter and resume to: hfallon@positionsincwdc.com  or jrosenthal@positionsincwdc.com with subject line: Executive Assistant/Office Manager

 

Front Desk Coordinator-Filled

Consulting firm

Washington, DC

Mid-$30’s

Are you looking to diversify your experience and join the administrative staff of an international consulting firm? Do you enjoy interacting with people in a team environment with professionals specializing in hospitality, real estate, tourism, nonprofit organizations, and economic development? If you have exceptional customer service skills, this position as a Front Desk Coordinator will let you interact with a diverse clientele, vendors and staff.

Responsibilities:

·        Greet guests, handle phone inquiries

·        Coordinate catering arrangements, and schedule conference rooms

·        Provide administrative support with invoices, supplies and expense reports

·        Review and process property management requests

·        Create and maintain specialized lists on a database

Qualifications:

  •  Applicants need a minimum of one year of work experience
  •  Prior administrative experience a plus
  •  MS Word, Excel and Outlook
  •  Some college preferred

Qualities:

  •   Resourceful and energetic individual  experienced in customer service
  •   Strong work ethic  with a “can-do” attitude
  •   Ability to deal with different personalities

Benefits:

·        Major Medical for individuals and families, choice of plans

·        401K matching

·        Tuition assistance

·        Generous vacation and sick leave-paid time off combined

·        Pre-tax metro checks

To apply: email your resume and cover letter to Jane Rosenthal at jrosenthal@positionsincwdc.com with subject line: “Front Desk Coordinator.”

 

 

Government Relations Coordinator/Policy Analyst-FILLED

Alexandria, VA

Leading trade association seeks resourceful Government Relations Coordinator/Policy Analyst who thrives on the interaction with Capitol Hill and congressional representatives and senate offices.  With advances in healthcare featured in the media, this organization is taking a leading role in raising healthcare awareness in the United States by educating and informing their members and the public of the latest advances in the field.

Responsibilities include:

·                Research legislative and regulatory sites, current legislation and prepare summaries for the Director of Government Relations and Advocacy.

·                Attend briefings with associations and conferences as well as congressional and regulatory agencies.

·                Assist with long-term research projects for statewide outreach campaigns on relevant health issues.

·                Design, implement and analyze surveys with the research and the member services departments, and write summaries compiling information from      industry experts and sources.

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