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Administrative Assistant 4

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Administrative Assistant 4

San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.The Product Support organization is seeking a highly experienced Administrative Assistant to support the leadership team of the organization consisting of multiple directors and managers onsite in San Diego.

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What You will Get to Do You will be responsible for providing diverse administrative support which involves interaction with internal and external customers, and exposure to sensitive information necessitating considerable use of tact, diplomacy, and discretion. Perform normal office functions such as setting up and maintaining files; interviewing callers and making proper referrals; arranging meetings and conferences; and receiving, referring, or answering mail. Review drafts and finished documents for appropriate grammatical usage; answers questions relating to office operations and established policies and procedures. Gather, compile and report on information relevant to supervisor's assignment. May take and transcribe dictation.
Essential Functions:
Managing multiple conference room calendars, including scheduling and maintenance of equipment - Scheduling meetings for senior management and program staff; coordinates any logistical support for internal/external meetings - Use various PC software packages to produce high quality reports, presentations or other documents - Collaborates with administrative professionals in related organizations as appropriate. Demonstrates a wide and comprehensive acquaintance with, and understanding of, both general and specific aspects of the job and their practical application to complex problems and situations ordinarily encountered. - Routine administrative duties including: coordinating staff meetings and teleconferences, answering phones, screen calls, maintain filing system, ordering office supplies, schedule travel arrangements and prepare expense reports - Support Customer visit planning - Should have or able to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance - Perform additional duties as assigned.
Succeed * The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of six (6) years administrative experience directly related to the
responsibilities of this position.
Must have intermediate to expert skill in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to work with minimal supervision while exercising good judgment, demonstrating flexibility and agility, prioritizing.
multiple tasks with competing deadlines, managing schedule conflicts and providing excellent follow through.
Prior experience coordinating both on and offsite meetings and/or events.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Top Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Northrop Grumman Corporate and Aerospace Systems sector policies and procedures.
Experience with Concur (or similar) travel and expense reporting system.
Prior experience coordinating both on and offsite meetings and/or events with participation by executives and customers.
Prior experience with SmartBuy to support ordering of office supplies and other related activities.
Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Thrive with Us
At Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.
Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now.
Salary Range: $64,600.00 - $107,600.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10197088
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program

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