Executive Assistant

CATEGORY: Administrative/Clerical REFERENCE CODE: 6364 Fast paced, innovative, energizing. These are a few words to describe the exciting work environment Cox Communications creates in the many communities we serve. Beyond focusing on customers and communities, we are committed to treating our employees with integrity, dignity, and respect. In return, we expect our folks to be team players while making individual contributions, to continue learning and developing, and to try innovative ways of doing business. At Cox Communications, diversity is a critical part of our culture, values and business operations. This diversity of people, products and partners naturally stimulates a diversity of perspectives, which helps create an enviable company culture and enhance the growth and vitality of all Cox stakeholders. We invite you to explore what we have to offer. Executive Assistant US-VA-Northern Description:ADMSUP: Provides a variety of clerical, data entry and administrative support duties for departments, functional groups and/or executives.1-Types letters, memoranda and reports from drafts and proofreads and reviews documents for grammatical and numerical errors;2-Schedules resources such as people, meetings, appointments, rooms, equipment, or other resources;3-Prepares presentations, reports, and other documents using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages;4-Answers telephone calls, takes messages, responds to questions, and directs callers to appropriate parties;5-Maintains, updates or creates databases and/or database information;6-Codes, compiles and files correspondences, records, documents and reports according to an established system;7-Performs administrative functions such as ordering department supplies, coordinating equipment repair, making staff travel arrangements;8-Takes and prepares notes of meetings, conferences, and similar proceedings;9-Sorts and distributes mail and packages to appropriate parties;10-Greets and assists visitors and arrange for escorts, as necessary;11-Prepares, checks and processes expense reports;12-Gathers and arranges materials and relevant information for assigned project or person;13-At lower levels, may operate a telephone switchboard with numerous extensions;14-At lower levels, may focus primarily on data entry.15-At higher levels, may prepare, organize and maintain documents and files of a complex or confidential nature, may track budget expendituresQualifications:Typical Training / Experience - HS diploma, GED or relevant work experience; Technical certification or Associates degree may be preferred and/or required in some areas; 5-7 years of experience in related area of responsibilityDept/Org Scope & Impact - Senior support roles highly experienced in area of responsibility; Performs all of the standard and some specialized more complex aspects of the function; increases department or area impactProblem Complexity - Applies advanced skills to resolve complex problems independently; May modify processes to resolve situationsAutonomy - Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies; Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor/manager or direct 'customers' of the processKnowledge - Thorough knowledge of tasks and responsibilities. Effectively applies skills in accomplishing tasksInfluence/People Leadership - Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel; Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring or firing authorityCox Communications, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. Please note those individuals submitting resumes online or by mailing a resume are not considered an applicant for employment until a signed employment application form is completed, usually at the time of interview.For more information about Cox Communications and its subsidiaries, please click herewww.cox.com, www.coxmedia.com, www.coxbusiness.com Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceJob Location: Herndon, VAJob Number: 27118Company URL: http://www.cox.com/CoxCareer/Company Profile:As the third largest cable provider in the nation, Cox Communications, Inc. is noted for its high-capacity, reliable broadband delivery network as well as the company's ability to provide superior customer service. For Cox, it's not about being the biggest; it's about being the best.