Executive Assistant to EVP Marketing & Sales

Union Pacific•Omaha, NE

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This Executive Assistant position is responsible for providing professional administrative support to the Executive Assistant Marketing & Sales of Union Pacific Railroad. Responsibilities include management of meeting scheduling, travel arrangements, handling of sensitive or confidential information, assisting with personnel management processes and performing a wide array of administrative support activities. These duties require initiative, sound decision making, confidentiality, and superb organizational skills in managing multiple priorities and critical timelines.

Requirements

A high school diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Strong computer skills
Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
At least one year of experience providing administrative support

Nice To Haves

Experience as an Administrative Assistant

Responsibilities

Provide highly proficient administrative support with a strong focus on handling sensitive information and confidential matters
Anticipate and manage schedule for EVP Marketing & Sales including special events and all business matters
Compose, review, monitor, send and receive correspondence, and ensure documents are accurate, timely and meet company and professional standards
Exercise judgement in escalating critical issues
Provide administrative support for various department projects
Assist in administrative functions and special projects utilizing Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Contribute to efficiency and effectiveness of the department by improving planning and reporting processes while identifying and solving problems to maximize value creation
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
A flexible, casual and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home. (as the job allows)
Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
401(k) with 100% match up to 6%, plus additional automatic 3% (contribute 6% and UP will contribute 9% [6% + 3%])
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%)
Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurance
Health Savings Account (with company contribution) Dependent Care Savings Account and Transportation Spending Account
On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance, paid Maternity and Parental Leave along with nearby state-of-the-art child development center
Competitive compensation including eligibility for annual merit, bonus, and equity programs dependent on job level and personal and company performance