Jobs
>
Washington, D.C.

    Staff Assistant - Washington, United States - Children's National Medical Center

    Default job background
    Description

    Perform administrative and secretarial responsibilities to support the manager and other staff members in a challenging and fast-paced work environment.

    Perform duties of a confidential nature. Work under general guidance and supervision.

    Responsibilities may include communication and coordination with all levels of internal and external customers, receiving and screening calls, correspondence and/or visitors, making travel and meeting arrangements, preparing correspondence, documents and reports as needed.

    Minimum Education

    High School Diploma or GED (Required)

    Minimum Work Experience

    4 years Related administrative/clerical experience, preferably in a challenging and fast-paced environment. Experience should demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret data, prepare reports, ensure compliance with policies/procedures, track budgets and timelines, coordinate scheduling of meetings, and organize files and correspondence (Required)

    Functional Accountabilities

    Administrative and Secretarial


    • Responsible for scheduling appointments and arranging meetings, conferences and travel. Ensures the manager's knowledge of schedule 24 hours in advance. May assist in creating meeting agenda and taking minutes.
    • Organizes and maintains correspondence, files and records in accordance with internal procedures.
    • Follows up on pending matters under the manager's direction and supervision, providing feedback in a timely manner.
    • May assist in coordinating the workflow within the manager's scope of oversight. Initiates follow-up action as needed.
    • May assist in researching information requests under the manager's guidance and supervision. May assemble relevant data and compiles information as directed.
    Communications


    • Serves as a liaison to other managers and staff members, internal/external customers.
    • Communicates and/or coordinates the manager's instructions and desires with various individuals and/or departments/divisions. Furnishes and obtains information from others as needed.
    • Receives and screens calls, correspondence, and/or visitors for the manager and other staff members.
    • Answers routine inquiries and refers more complex requests to appropriate staff member .
    Office Technology


    • Drafts and types routine letters and memos from specific instructions.
    • Utilizes various software and/or learns new computer applications to meet unique work needs and improve productivity.
    • May serve as a resource to others on a variety of subjects including office equipment, software applications, and information processing procedures.
    Project Coordination


    • May prioritize and coordinate project(s), and follows through on issues in a timely manner under the guidance of the manager.
    Safety


    • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
    • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
    • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
    • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
    • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
    • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
    Organizational Accountabilities

    Budgeting and Planning


    • May assist in tracking the overall budget for the manager by monitoring budget reports and reporting expenditures and allocation of funds and resources on a regular and timely basis.
    • May process invoices, reimbursements and other payments.
    Organizational Commitment/Identification


    • Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
    • Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
    • Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
    • Maintain confidentiality at all times
    Customer Service


    • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
    Teamwork/Communication


    • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
    • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
    • Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
    Performance Improvement/Problem-solving


    • Contribute to a positive work environment
    • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
    • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
    • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
    Cost Management/Financial Responsibility


    • Use resources efficiently
    • Search for less costly ways of doing things
    Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)

    Organizational Commitment/Identification


    • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
    Teamwork/Communication


    • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
    • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
    • Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
    Performance Improvement/Problem-solving


    • Contribute to a positive work environment
    • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
    • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
    • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
    Cost Management/Financial Responsibility


    • Use resources efficiently
    • Search for less costly ways of doing things
    Safety


    • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
    • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
    • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
    • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
    • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
    • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

  • United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

    Staff Assistant

    1 week ago


    United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Washington, United States

    The Staff Assistant should demonstrate a willingness and ability to understand, respect, and contribute to the USCCB mission and fulfill job duties to its Catholic identity. ...

  • Cherokee Federal

    Staff Assistant

    1 week ago


    Cherokee Federal Washington, United States

    **Staff Assistant** · **This position requires an active SECRET clearance.** · A Staff Assistant will provide office management, scheduling, travel, research, and records management support. · **Compensation & Benefits**: · Estimated Starting Salary Range: $104,551.77 · Pay comme ...

  • RWD Consulting, LLC

    Staff Assistant

    5 days ago


    RWD Consulting, LLC Washington, United States

    **STAFF ASSISTANT** · **REQUIRED**:TOP SECRET Security Clearance** · The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs is seeking qualified individuals to provide various administrative services as outlined in the Task section below. · Responsibilities includ ...

  • Department of Behavioral Healt

    Staff Assistant

    5 days ago


    Department of Behavioral Healt Washington, United States

    **JOB SUMMARY** · The incumbent of this position serves as Staff Assistant in the Office of the Chief Clinical Officer, Department of Behavioral Health. The incumbent is responsible for providing a full range of office management, administrative support services, program support, ...

  • DMPED

    Staff Assistant

    1 week ago


    DMPED Washington, United States

    _**RECRUITMENT NOTICE**_ · - **Position Title: Special Assistant**_ · - **Job ID: 25874 **_ · - **Open To: Public**_ · - **Open Period: 04/18/2024-05/09/2024**_ · **Overview** · The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) assists the Mayor in the ...

  • US Internal Revenue Service

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    US Internal Revenue Service Washington, United States

    **Duties**: · **WHAT IS THE DCSE-OFFICE OF DEP COMM SERVICES AND ENFORCEMENT DIVISION?** · Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas: · National HQ Services and Enforcement · The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. · - Analyzes sen ...

  • Goldbelt, Inc.

    Staff Assistant

    9 hours ago


    Goldbelt, Inc. Washington, United States

    Goldbelt C6 offers research and development, engineering, and logistics services that enhance and enlarge customers' operations. C6's expertise is focused on integrating C6ISR and scientific, engineering, and technical support for various government partners. The experts at C6 ar ...

  • School Health Partners Llc

    Staff Assistant

    3 days ago


    School Health Partners Llc Washington, United States

    Provide administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the office such as completing staffing related scheduling and reports and scheduling employee onboarding requirements · - Assist in the preparation and maintenance of student health records and documentation acco ...

  • Department of Motor Vehicles

    Staff Assistant

    9 hours ago


    Department of Motor Vehicles Washington, United States

    **JOB SUMMARY*** · The position is in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Administrative Services Administration. The mission of the DMV is to promote the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety, while providing outstanding customer service, · **DUTIES AND RESPONSIB ...

  • US Drug Enforcement Administration

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    US Drug Enforcement Administration Arlington, United States

    **Duties**: · As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diver ...

  • U.S. Department of Justice

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    U.S. Department of Justice Arlington, United States

    USAJOBS Downtime · will be down for extended maintenance Friday, May 10 at 8 a.m. ET through Sunday, May 12 at noon ET. We appreciate your patience as the Office of Personnel Management continues to make technical investments in USAJOBS. · Close · Summary · This position is locat ...


  • Office of Rep. McGarvey Washington, United States

    Congressman McGarvey has an immediate need to hire a Staff Assistant/Legislative Correspondent (SA/LC) role for the Washington, DC office in a full-time capacity. · - achieving team. · The position is full time with federal benefits, including student loan repayment program (if e ...


  • Raventek Solution Partners LLC Washington, United States

    **Job Title**:OMS SPEHA Staff Assistant II · **Department**: Operations - Services · **Reports To**:RavenTek Program Manager · **Location**:Washington, DC with Flexibility for Telework · **Schedule**:Monday - Friday · **Hours**: Full-time, 40-hours/week · **FLSA Status**: Exempt ...


  • Securing Americas Future Energ Washington, United States

    **Staff Assistant: Public Affairs and Communications** · SAFE (formerly known as Securing America's Future Energy), seeks a Staff Assistant to support its Communications and Public Affairs team. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual beginning their communicat ...

  • Department Of The Interior

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Department Of The Interior Washington, United States

    With an emphasis on high ethical standards, excellence in public service and the delivery of superlative advice and counsel, DOI Solicitor's Office performs the legal work for the United States Department of the Interior and manages the Departmental Ethics Office and Departmental ...

  • WalterLane, Inc.

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    WalterLane, Inc. Washington, United States

    Highly regarded business association is looking to add a staff assistant to their Washington, DC office. The organization represents C-Suite executives from the most prominent real estate companies in the U.S. and focuses on key policy issues impacting real estate and the economy ...

  • Washington D.C.

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Washington D.C. Washington, United States

    General Job Information · JOB SUMMARY · The position is in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Administrative Services Administration. The mission of the DMV is to promote the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety, while providing outstanding customer service, · D ...

  • Goldbelt, Inc.

    Staff Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Goldbelt, Inc. Washington, United States Regular Full time

    Overview · Goldbelt C6 offers research and development, engineering, and logistics services that enhance and enlarge customers' operations. C6's expertise is focused on integrating C6ISR and scientific, engineering, and technical support for various government partners. The expe ...

  • Christian Durand - State Farm Agent

    Staff Assistant

    9 hours ago


    Christian Durand - State Farm Agent Gaithersburg, United States

    Position Overview · Looking for a part-time job that provides meaningful work and competitive compensation? Consider a position in a State Farm Agent's office. · **Responsibilities**: · - Use a customer-focused, needs-based review process to educate customers about insurance opti ...


  • Fescum Inc Lanham, United States

    **Job description**: · We are looking for a versatile and highly-organized executive or personal assistant to perform personalized administrative duties for senior management. In this role, you will be responsible for scheduling meetings, taking notes, and handling correspondence ...