Senior Program Assistant - National Academy of Engineering

The Senior Program Assistant is responsible for supporting the Grainger Foundation Frontiers of Engineering (FOE) Program, a signature activity of NAE. The position involves administrative duties, meeting coordination, research support, and team development.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to plan and support extensive meeting activities
• Ability to solve problems with supervisory consultation or by following procedures
• Ability to prioritize work and the flexibility to change directions as the job dictates
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment
• Ability to develop relationships with co-workers and employees in other National Academies' departments through effective communication
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Retirement and savings benefits
• Leave benefits such as paid holidays and paid personal leave
• Transportation subsidies
• Education assistance