Administrative Assistant - Community Relations

OCCUPATION: Administrative Support Our Community Relations & Economic Development department has an opening for a professional Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to our Director in New England.In this role, you will support the Director with internal and external communications, contribute to the overall planning,  planning, administration & organizational efforts of the department, interfacing effectively with internal & external customers, overseeing the daily workload, maintaining budgets, monthly reports & projects, needs as well as supporting in event preparation and execution. In addition, responsibilities include providing support to Community Relations team at off-site locations and be able to substitute or represent our Director on some internal committees. Qualifications:Associate Degree or equivalent work experience (three to five years administrative experience public relations/marketing/community relations experience preferredTechnical Skills:MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint requiredSolid computer skills including working with photographic and other graphic progams. Excellent verbal and writing skills Behavioral Skills:Must be able to maintain confidentialityBusiness demeanor in a fast paced environment that requires independence & multi-taskingAble to handle highly sensitive and confidential informationMust possess demonstrated administrative, planning and organizing abilitiesExcellent problem analysis, judgment and decision making skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skills are essential COMPANY: National GridLOCATION: Waltham, MA 02451SALARY/WAGE: Plus incentive compensation bonusJOB STATUS/TYPE: Full Time, EmployeeINDUSTRY: Energy and UtilitiesWORK EXPERIENCE: 5+ to 7 YearsCAREER LEVEL: Experienced (Non-Manager)EDUCATION LEVEL: Bachelor's Degree COMPANY: National GridREFERENCE CODE: Job Req # 2167 NE Admin Asst Comm Relations We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes: • Medical & dental insurance • Prescription drug coverage • Cash Balance Plan for management • Matching 401k program • Pre-tax accounts for health care • Life insurance • Paid company holidays • Tuition reimbursement • Plus More !!