Administrative Assistant

Job Type:

Want to work in an exciting, challenging and intellectual environment?

We are always seeking passionate and technically savvy Administrative Assistants to support Researchers in various disciplines. 

Multiple administrative assistant positions supporting Researchers and Directors across the organization depending upon experience level. This role requires a team player who is flexible, able to swiftly change pace, adapts to changing priorities and juggle a varied work mix while working under minimal supervision.

We want individuals who are committed to our core values of quality and objectivity and who want to make an impact. We value qualified candidates with unique backgrounds and work experience.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Solid technical skills

• Prioritizing professionalism within the workplace, demonstrating tact, courtesy, and discretion when working with clients and other staff members

• Work both independently and effectively as a team player.

• Excellent organization skills with emphasis on multitasking

• The capacity to work accurately with an attention to detail.

• Ability to be proactive and take initiative.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize a wide range of support responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Mac and/or PC platforms, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Security Clearance:

U.S. Citizenship may be required for positions requiring a U.S. government security clearance.

Experience:

Administrative Assistant III: 2 years minimum experience; 3-5 years preferred 

Administrative Assistant IV: 4 years minimum experience; 6 years preferred 

Education Requirements:

Minimum: High School; Preferred: BS/BA

Location:

Pittsburgh, PA (some roles offer hybrid and flexible schedules). Fully remote is not available for this role.

Salary Range: $50,900 – $83,200 

Administrative Assistant III $50,900 - $73,800 

Administrative Assistant IV $55,900 - $83,200 
 

RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. This position is overtime eligible. Successful candidates will be offered employment in a specific title, as determined by the candidate's education and experience. In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. 

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