Come Work With Us!Seeking Candidates for Administrative Assistant Our office is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant position located in the Charlotte, NC office.Please share this information with your network and with individuals that you feel would be great candidates to work in an active congressional office. The submission deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTThe District Office of Congresswoman Alma S. Adams is seeking an administrative assistant.  The administrative assistant will work directly with and report to the Deputy Chief of Staff to assist with the following (but not limited to):The Member’s official daily schedule, arrange travel plans, and related records;Briefing the Member on all district/community activities;Assists with scheduling district staff meetings and briefings;Provides high-level administrative support by conducting research for district and community events,Prepare memos and briefing documents  Performing routine administrative functions such as preparing correspondences/reportsDrafting congressional correspondences per requests of constituentsAssist with planning, organizing, and executing all in person and virtual district events hosted by Congresswoman Alma S. AdamsStaffing duties as assigned by member and Deputy Chief of Staff to include some drivingThe administrative assistant must be able to pass a writing proficiency test; have a valid driver’s license and must be able to pass a criminal background check.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS REQUIRED:Candidates must be proactive, poised, experienced, have very strong attention to detail, and skillful at multitasking effectively in a fast-paced environment;Must be fluent in Microsoft Office Suite and video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, etc.) as well as office technology in general;Must have good analytical, communication and organizational skills as well as strong writing skills;Remain abreast of current district/community issues impacting the Member;Meet attendance requirements as established by the Office;Maintain a good working relationship with the Member, staff, and constituents, and other elected and/or non-elected officials offices;Work well under pressure, deadlines and handles stress;Accept performance-based criticism and direction; andWork a flexible schedule including long hours, some weekends and holidays.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Strong academic credentials; and at least 3 years of professional administrative experience preferred.  Graduate degree is preferred but not required. Previous Hill experience preferred but not required.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills;Strong communication skills;Knowledge of the legislative process, procedures, and organization of the House;Knowledge of current issues and events in which the Member is involved;Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the representation of the office;Ability to work cooperatively with others; Team playerTemperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner;Must have Knowledge of office policies, practices, and procedures; and follow according to the office handbook  Knowledge of office computer applications; andProficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Access, Excel, and other database management software.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is mainly performed in a normal office environment.  Noise levels are usually moderate;Works in small workstation without an expectation of privacy.Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by March 15, 2023, by 5 pm. The subject line should read “Administrative Assistant NC12.” No phone calls, faxes, or separate emails please.The Office of Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.