Career Opportunity | Executive Assistant

September 5, 2018

Capitalize Albany Corporation, the City of Albany’s not-for-profit economic development organization, is seeking a highly-motivated and experienced candidate for Executive Assistant. The Corporation drives real estate, business and strategic development for New York’s Capital City in a fast-paced, dynamic and challenging environment. The successful candidate must be well organized, personable, flexible, be able to take direction and also act independently. The Executive Assistant reports directly to the President.  The Executive Assistant regularly, frequently, and independently interfaces with high-level internal and external contacts requiring considerable discretion, initiative and confidentiality. An integral responsibility of the position is to support the President and Executive staff with scheduling, organization and other administrative tasks. This position plays a critical role on the Corporation’s small, talented and dedicated team. 

Please Email a Cover Letter and Resume to:

Sarah Reginelli
President
Capitalize Albany Corporation
21 Lodge Street
Albany, New York 12207
[email protected]

 

Specific Responsibilities Include:

  • Assists management with the execution and implementation of annual operating plans that support strategic direction set by the Board of Directors.
  • Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the President, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
  • Manages scheduling for senior staff, ensuring that the schedule is followed and respected.
  • Adheres to compliance with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board committee matters, including advance distribution of materials before meetings in electronic/paper format.
  • Manages the administrative duties of three Boards.
  • Organizes and attends monthly board meetings ensuring a quorum and taking minutes.
  • Assists with the production and distribution of marketing, business outreach and publicity materials.
  • Maintains membership list and assists with the annual membership drive.
  • Assists with the organization and implementation of corporate events as needed.
  • Prepares and edits correspondence, reports and presentations.
  • Provides information by answering questions and requests.
  • Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
  • Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Files and maintains corporate documents.
  • Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
  • Other duties as needed.

 

Credentials, Experience & Skills:

  • Two years of college or business school; at least 2 years of comparable experience in a similar environment; 5 years preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Notary Public preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task, independently organize and prioritize work, and change directions as needed.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Salary commensurate with experience and skill set. Competitive benefit package available. Capitalize Albany Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Position will remain open until filled.