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RAND Corporation

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • Boston
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AI generated summary

  • You need excellent communication and organizational skills, 2-6 years of experience, strong technical abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency with Mac/PC and MS Office.
  • You will support researchers with administrative tasks, coordinate meetings and events, adapt to changing priorities, and handle multiple assignments while ensuring professionalism and attention to detail.

Requirements

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Solid technical skills.
  • Prioritizing professionalism within the workplace, demonstrating tact, courtesy, and discretion when working with clients and other staff members.
  • Work both independently and effectively as a team player.
  • Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on multitasking.
  • The capacity to work accurately with an attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to be proactive and take initiative.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with exceptional judgement and prioritize a wide range of complex support responsibilities.
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Mac and/or PC platforms, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Administrative Assistant III: 2 years minimum experience; 3-5 years preferred
  • Administrative Assistant IV: 4 years minimum experience; 6 years preferred
  • Minimum: High School; Preferred: BS/BA

Responsibilities

  • We are always seeking passionate and technically savvy Administrative Assistants to support Researchers in various disciplines.
  • RAND is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide high-level support to researchers in the Boston office, including the Boston Office Director. This role requires a self-starter and strong team player who is forward thinking, able to swiftly change pace, adapts to changing priorities and can juggle complex assignments while working under minimal supervision. Demonstrated experience coordinating internal and external business-related functions such as conferences, meetings and events, is preferred.
  • We seek individuals who are committed to our core values of quality and objectivity and who want to make an impact. We value qualified candidates with unique backgrounds and work experience.
  • Successful candidates will possess:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Solid technical skills.
  • Prioritizing professionalism within the workplace, demonstrating tact, courtesy, and discretion when working with clients and other staff members.
  • Work both independently and effectively as a team player.
  • Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on multitasking.
  • The capacity to work accurately with an attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to be proactive and take initiative.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with exceptional judgement and prioritize a wide range of complex support responsibilities.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Administrative Assistant.

What is the job type for the Administrative Assistant position?

The job type for the Administrative Assistant position is Regular.

Where is this job located?

This job is located in Boston, MA. Some roles offer hybrid and flexible schedules, but fully remote work is not available for this role.

What are the experience requirements for the Administrative Assistant III and IV positions?

The experience requirements are as follows: Administrative Assistant III requires a minimum of 2 years of experience (3-5 years preferred) and Administrative Assistant IV requires a minimum of 4 years of experience (6 years preferred).

What educational qualifications are preferred for this role?

The minimum educational qualification is a High School diploma; a BS/BA is preferred.

What is the salary range for the Administrative Assistant position?

The salary range for the Administrative Assistant position is $50,900 – $83,200. Specifically, Administrative Assistant III has a salary range of $50,900 - $73,800, and Administrative Assistant IV has a salary range of $55,900 - $83,200.

What skills are required for this position?

Required skills include excellent oral and written communication, solid technical skills, organizational skills with an emphasis on multitasking, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Is prior experience in coordinating conferences and meetings preferred?

Yes, demonstrated experience coordinating internal and external business-related functions such as conferences, meetings, and events is preferred.

What values does the company seek in candidates?

The company seeks individuals who are committed to core values of quality and objectivity and who want to make an impact.

Are there any specific technical skills required for this role?

Yes, intermediate to advanced knowledge of Mac and/or PC platforms, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required for this role.

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RAND Corporation

We help improve policy and decisionmaking through research and analysis.

Government
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1946
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The RAND Corporation is a nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decisionmaking through research and analysis. RAND researchers and analysts continue to be on the cutting edge of their fields, working with decisionmakers in both the public and private sectors to find solutions to today's difficult, sensitive, and important problems. The high caliber of our researchers is well-known, as evidenced by the many Nobel Laureates who have been affiliated with RAND, either as employees, consultants, or in an advisory capacity. RAND provides an exciting intellectual environment and opportunities for career growth. We hire highly qualified applicants and provide challenging assignments. Diversity is an essential operating principle at RAND. We look for unique backgrounds, original views and diversity in academic training, work experience and ideological outlook. We are committed to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action.