Executive Assistant

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Responsible for providing a variety of secretarial and Executive support duties and for ensuring the efficient organization and operation for the Executive. Works independently to perform daily office activities and procedures (office supplies/services, budget monitoring and control, record-keeping systems, incoming correspondence, etc.) to ensure a smooth office atmosphere. Individual must be a highly trusted partner responsible for exercising confidentiality, tact and diplomacy. Accountable for instituting and conducting all phases of office procedures, coordinating and organizing projects for maximum efficiency and, implementing creative improvements for better management work flow.

This position will report onsite. There will be regular travel required to CT and MA area work centers to support organizational needs.

Essential Functions:

- Reviews and provides summaries and recommendations on letters, reports and other documents as requested by manager.

- Arranges meetings, appointments, and travel; controls calendar and work day; Screens and prioritizes requests for executive’s time.

- Coordinates, composes and prepares materials/agendas/reports for managers’ internal and external appointments and commitments.

- Manages telephone, written correspondence, and personal contact with the Executive by maintaining current awareness of priorities and personal preferences.

- Maintains close contact with other officers and department managers within and across other organizations to apprise Manager of significant activities and events. Manages the coordination of cross-functional projects, assignments, etc.

- Analyzes organization’s administrative practices, recommends creative ideas, then implements strategies to improve office workflow.

- Creates and maintains sophisticated computerized data documents to support (and report on) organizations’ daily operation.

- Contributes to organization’s success by providing efficient, high quality customer service, to all internal and external constituents.

- May delegate assignments to, or provide direction and oversight to, projects for organization level secretaries as deemed necessary.

- Uses formalized team approach to provide assistance to colleagues and managers.

- Works independently to perform daily office activities and procedures (office supplies/services, budget monitoring and control, record-keeping systems, incoming correspondence, etc.) to ensure a smooth office atmosphere.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skills:

- Demonstrates a record of high-performance standards and strong organizational skills

- Excellent interpersonal and oral and verbal communication skills

- Ability to work independently

- Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and operate with poise and

- Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft Programs (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)

Education/ Experience:

- High School Diploma with advanced business school/secretarial training or equivalent.

- Associate degree preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum of seven (7) years demonstrated executive secretarial experience or equivalent.

Licenses & Certifications:

- Certification in secretarial science preferred.

- Valid Motor Vehicle Operator License is required.

Working Conditions:

This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing.

- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$80,550.00-$89,500.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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