Senior Executive Assistant

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Executive Assistant in our Hughes Network Systems division. This role will be responsible for supporting the COO, Finance, and Internal Audit leaders, and coordination of office operations, procedures, and resources to facilitate organization effectiveness and efficiency, to include administrative duties. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD and will be in the office Monday thru Friday.

Responsibilities:

• Management of executive suite (stock kitchen, prepare for visitors and other duties as assigned)
• Maintain confidentiality, security, and integrity of business and employee information.
• Coordinate and independently schedule calendars for senior team members.
• Schedule and manage senior executive travel (domestic and international) using Concur
• Process expense reports for senior officers of the company.
• Manage all company catering, approvals, and invoices.
• Screen incoming calls/correspondence and respond independently when possible.
• Prepare conference agendas and itineraries for events, both domestic and international.
• Reconciliation of purchasing cards for multiple departments.
• Coordinate with other assistants within the division and other business units.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 10+ years of related experience supporting senior-level executives in a professional team environment where collaboration, integrity, and adaptability are key.   
• 3+ years of experience with SAP Concur and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Focused with a strong attention to detail and able to ensure a high level of accuracy.
• Strong self-starter attitude with the ability to manage day-to-day activities and responsibilities independently without direct management, oversight, and guidance.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Suite, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel.
• Organized problem solver with sound judgment and decision-making experience.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $59,500.00 - $85,000.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.