JOB POSTING: Administrative Assistant at NFIB, Richmond

Position: Administrative Assistant, State Public Policy
Organization: National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Richmond
Contact: Julia Hammond at julia.hammond@nfib.org

Classification:  Part time (25 hours per week)

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
2. Two (2) years administrative assistant experience.
3. Working knowledge of the Virginia General Assembly is helpful.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office for Windows required. Strong wordprocessing skills, PowerPoint and spreadsheet experience are essential.
5. Experience in coordinating travel plans and meeting arrangements.
6. Good oral and written communications skills necessary. Excellent interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills required. Must be able to multi-task in a high-energy environment and work independently as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the State Director and other staff members in Virginia by researching issues and legislation; drafting letters, talking points, memorandums and other documents; interacting with members, prospective members, legislative staff and elected officials by phone and in person. Assists with general office duties including answering the phone, filing, copying and faxing. Prepares business correspondence and reports. Provides support on various projects including maintaining the legislative tracking database, compiling and updating fundraising schedules, and assisting in organizing member lobby day at the capitol. Interacts with all departments, employees, and vendors of NFIB in a professional manner. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Candidates that meet all the qualifications listed may apply for this position at by submitting a resume to Julia Ciarlo Hammond at julia.hammond@nfib.org by September 17, 2010.

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