Administrative Assistant - Science and Technology Policy Institute

Job description

Overview: Under minimal supervision, provides principal administrative support in a professional environment, usually to one individual, and in some cases also the subordinate staff of that individual. Performs a variety of both complex and routine administrative duties requiring extensive working knowledge of the organization, programs, practices and procedures related to the function of the office. Responsibilities include extensive use of software including word processing, graphics, and spreadsheet to produce complex technical and statistical documents and reports. Also utilizes electronic mail, conference room scheduling and other internal automated systems; may maintain personal information systems and databases. Primary Responsibilities: - Prepares documents on a timely and accurate basis to include narrative, technical, or statistical reports from typed, recorded, automated or handwritten text. Uses appropriate software for creating, storing, retrieving, formatting and integrating documents and other data in accordance with prescribed format and procedures; may require chart preparation and graphics; responsible for correct spelling and grammar; reviews materials prepared f...