Position: Accounting Clerk
Duties: Under the supervision of the Chief of Staff, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operations support to the firm. Duties include updating and maintaining various internal databases, assisting with management of department workflow, maintaining our in-house samples and additional project work as necessary. The Administrative Assistant should be cool under pressure, highly organized, technologically savvy, able to multitask and proactive. During the campaign season, long hours are expected.
Experience: Candidates for the Administrative Assistant position should have an interest in and general knowledge of Democratic politics as well as superior general administrative skills. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The Administrative Assistant should be proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Previous experience as an administrative or executive assistant preferred.
Skills: When fully trained and acclimated in the position, an Administrative Assistant should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:
1. Superior organization, scheduling and prioritization skills.
2. Ability to work independently.
3. Ability to work under pressure and remain flexible and adaptable as needs and situations change.
4. Ability to identify and solve problems proactively.
5. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast turn-around environment.
6. Ability to work with multiple departments, skill sets and personalities.
7. Can maintain tact and diplomacy when handling confidential and/or sensitive issues.
8. Composure to communicate effectively with senior level political figures as well as internal staff.
9. Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
10. Takes initiative to offer suggestions that improve our work and our company.
11. Works well as part of a team and to meet difficult internal and/or external client demands.
This is a full-time, temporary position through Election Day 2016 based in our DC office with a competitive salary. Please submit cover letter, resume and salary history to DCPivotjobs@thepivot.com with "Accounting Clerk" in the subject line. No calls, please.
Pivot is an equal opportunity employer.
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