Assistant to the Executive Producer/ Senior Vice President & Office Manager

PBS NewsHour is looking for Assistant to the Executive Producer/ Senior Vice President & Office Manager. In this position, you will be responsible for providing high-level and complex administrative support.

As our Assistant to the Executive Producer/ Senior Vice President & Office Manager, you will:

• ·         Manage the SVP/EP’s daily and long-range calendar and schedule
• ·         Draft memoranda and correspondence
• ·         Maintain files
• ·         Serve as a liaison to staff

Your skills:

• ·         Demonstrated knowledge of general office procedures
• ·         Excellent oral and written communication skills
• ·         Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• ·         Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation
• ·         Strong understanding and application of computer technology to efficiently accomplish work using Microsoft Office programs, plus others
• ·         Manage changing priorities
• ·         Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and tact
• ·         Interest in journalism
• ·         A minimum 3 years of administrative office experience, preferably for an executive in a professional office environment

Education:

• ·         College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

What we offer:

• ·         Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
• ·         403(b)/Roth and outstanding company match program
• ·         Growth opportunities
• ·         Tuition reimbursement and loans

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