Administrative Assistant

We are seeking a U.S. Veteran, National Guardsman, Reservist, or Military Spouse with strong, hands-on experience as an Executive Assistant to support our client's expanding operations in the Washington, DC area. The Executive Assistant (EA) provides high-level administrative support to the Co-President and Senior Vice President in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Location: Onsite - Washington, DC

(Assignment Dates: 1/5/ /1/2027)

Pay: $25/hr.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

• Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, events, and appointments.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, prepare itineraries, and present travel options to executives.
• Gather, organize, and deliver materials and briefings needed for meetings and events.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high ethical standard at all times.
• Answer and screen phone calls and emails; route inquiries to the appropriate individuals or teams; take and relay messages as needed.
• Serve as a polished, professional representative of both the executive office and our client.
• Maintain organization and attention to detail in a fast-moving, high-demand environment.
• Adapt to shifting priorities, including last-minute requests and occasional after-hours needs.
• Drive tasks to completion with a strong focus on accuracy, follow-through, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a supportive and improvement-oriented team culture.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in Microsoft Outlook; proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and OneNote preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Flexible, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5–7 years of relevant professional experience with strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Proven multitasker with excellent written and verbal communication, including strong spelling, grammar, and composition.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Access; types 60 WPM.

Easterseals DC MD VA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person