Columbia Sportswear, Inc.:
Executive Assistant Job in Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
Full-time | Management - Executive
About the job
OUTGROWN YOUR OWN BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.At Columbia, were as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide, were proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest, where natural wonders are our playground. Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: Its perfect. Now make it better. As pioneers of relentless improvement, we are constantly evolving. We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest. And we believe in you.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The prAna Living Executive Assistant performs high-level and quality support for all members of the Executive Team (Principals) and is an integral part of the Office Services and Support Team that delivers a positive experience for employees and visitors.
This position interacts with a diverse group of employees at all levels of the organization and external partners and visitors. It also models company values and professionalism and handles sensitive documents and confidential information with discretion. The role operates with high levels of autonomy, discretion and judgment. To be successful the position must demonstrate positive professionalism at all times, balance and proactively support the administrative needs of the Principals within the scope of the position, manage time and projects effectively, and take the initiative to address and resolve challenges or obstacles in a positive and solutions-oriented manner. In addition, the position is expected to exhibit a customer service orientation and approach.
HOWYOULLMAKE A DIFFERENCE
Perform proactive, high level administrative support for all members of the Executive Team.
Proactively gain and maintain understanding of Principals administrative support needs, work style and expectations of role for Principals
Proactively manage and maintain calendars, appointments and meetings. This also extends to calendar requests for any meetings involving an Executive Team member where their attendance is required
Assist the Principals with preparing and circulating meeting agendas, minutes and notes, as well as provide proactive follow-up actions on a timely basis
Create and prepare presentations for major meetings as needed
YOUARE
Self-directed and proactive
Have a high level of integrity professionalism and positive role model for others
Have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations; demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
Positive attitude and customer service orientation
Time management to balance the needs and priorities of multiple executives in a fast-paced environment
YOU HAVE
Minimum of 5 years of experience in roles focusing on executive level administrative support
Proven experience with preparing high quality presentation materials
Proven track record of maintaining confidential information
Proven experience managing calendars of multiple executives
Proven experience coordinating travel arrangements for multiple executives
Bachelors degree in business or related field or equivalent preferred but not required
We create versatile, stylish, and sustainable clothing and accessories that you can wear during every activity, every adventure, every day. How do we know? Because we base our designs on our own experiences. You see were more than makers, were doersyogis, climbers, and world travelersand we use our knowledge to make adventurous, free-spirited clothes that look good and play hard.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The prAna Living Executive Assistant performs high-level and quality support for all members of the Executive Team (Principals) and is an integral part of the Office Services and Support Team that delivers a positive experience for employees and visitors.
This position interacts with a diverse group of employees at all levels of the organization and external partners and visitors. It also models company values and professionalism and handles sensitive documents and confidential information with discretion. The role operates with high levels of autonomy, discretion and judgment. To be successful the position must demonstrate positive professionalism at all times, balance and proactively support the administrative needs of the Principals within the scope of the position, manage time and projects effectively, and take the initiative to address and resolve challenges or obstacles in a positive and solutions-oriented manner. In addition, the position is expected to exhibit a customer service orientation and approach.
HOWYOULLMAKE A DIFFERENCE
Perform proactive, high level administrative support for all members of the Executive Team.
Proactively gain and maintain understanding of Principals administrative support needs, work style and expectations of role for Principals
Proactively manage and maintain calendars, appointments and meetings. This also extends to calendar requests for any meetings involving an Executive Team member where their attendance is required
Assist the Principals with preparing and circulating meeting agendas, minutes and notes, as well as provide proactive follow-up actions on a timely basis
Create and prepare presentations for major meetings as needed
YOUARE
Self-directed and proactive
Have a high level of integrity professionalism and positive role model for others
Have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations; demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
Positive attitude and customer service orientation
Time management to balance the needs and priorities of multiple executives in a fast-paced environment
YOU HAVE
Minimum of 5 years of experience in roles focusing on executive level administrative support
Proven experience with preparing high quality presentation materials
Proven track record of maintaining confidential information
Proven experience managing calendars of multiple executives
Proven experience coordinating travel arrangements for multiple executives
Bachelors degree in business or related field or equivalent preferred but not required
We create versatile, stylish, and sustainable clothing and accessories that you can wear during every activity, every adventure, every day. How do we know? Because we base our designs on our own experiences. You see were more than makers, were doersyogis, climbers, and world travelersand we use our knowledge to make adventurous, free-spirited clothes that look good and play hard.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
At Columbia Sportswear Company (CSC), we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. CSC believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.