Executive Assistant

ERT•Tysons, VA

4d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ERT is seeking an experienced C-Suite Executive Assistant (EA) to provide high-level strategic and administrative support to ERT’s top executives. Will act as a gatekeeper and business partner by managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, preparing confidential communications and presentations, overseeing projects, and serving as a liaison with board members and senior staff, all while maintaining discretion and operating proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

5+ years of related experience required in working in an executive assistant role supporting C-Level executives.
Ability to anticipate needs, offer solutions, and align efforts with business goals.
Superior time management, planning, and follow-through.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; Ability to write and edit a variety of internal and external communications
Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a gov con environment a plus
Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) a plus
Special Security Agreement (SSA) documentation support experience desired, but not required

Responsibilities

Calendar & Schedule Management: Proactively manage complex, dynamic schedules, prioritize meetings, and resolve conflicts to optimize executive time.
Travel & Expenses: Arrange complex domestic/international travel, itineraries, and process associated expense reports.
Office Management: Oversee daily business operations of ERT’s Tysons office, ensuring a productive, organized, and compliant workplace. Key responsibilities include managing administrative procedures, controlling office budgets and inventory, and handling vendor relations.
Meeting & Event Support: Prepare agendas, presentations (PowerPoint), reports, and other meeting materials. Coordinate regular meetings including quarterly board meetings, monthly executive meetings, MBRs, program reviews, weekly leadership, etc. Capture action items for follow up.
Project Management: Support special projects, track deliverables, and manage workflows across the executive team.
Liaison & Representation: Serve as a link between the executive, board, staff, and external stakeholders, representing the executive and company professionally. Screen calls/emails, draft correspondence (internal/external), handle confidential information, and act as the primary point of contact. Support corporate communications in conjunction with HR and Marketing teams.
Confidentiality & Discretion: Handle sensitive information with sound judgment and utmost confidentiality. Supports Special Security Agreement (SSA) documentation in conjunction with FSO.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Professional Membership Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Competitive compensation plan
Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance
Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses