Executive Assistant to The Adjutant General / Department Director

$75,000 - $90,000/Yr

Washington Military Department - Lakewood, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Lakewood, WA

About the position

The Executive Assistant to The Adjutant General / Department Director plays a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the Washington Military Department. This position involves managing the calendar and communications for the TAG/Director, coordinating activities, and serving as a liaison with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and skilled in organization and communication, contributing to high-level decision-making and efficiency within the office.

Responsibilities

• Manage TAG's calendar, including appointments, speaking engagements, and arranging travel plans.
• Draft and prepare executive correspondence.
• Serve as a liaison for the TAG with the Office of the Governor, elected officials, other state agency directors, agency staff, and the general public.
• Assist the TAG and other executive staff with daily activities and special projects.

Requirements

• Four years of progressively responsible experience providing professional level executive administrative support to an executive senior level manager or equivalent.
• Intermediate to advanced experience using Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint, and web-based applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or closely related field.
• Basic knowledge of military activation/mobilization statuses and related regulations.
• Experience in confidentiality and professionalism, customer focus, and relationship building.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan