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 an Executive Assistant in our Hughes Network Systems division. This role will be responsible for supporting several business groups and coordination of office operations, procedures, and resources to facilitate organization effectiveness and efficiency, as well as perform project coordination and administrative duties. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.

Responsibilities

• Maintain calendars and independently schedule, oversee, and coordinate meetings for senior team members.
• Schedule and manage senior executive travel (domestic and international) and expense reporting.
• Screen incoming calls/correspondence and respond independently when possible.
• Prepare records such as agendas, notices, minutes, and resolutions for corporate meetings.
• Maintain security, integrity, and confidentiality of business and employee information.
• Organize meetings and conferences with customers and vendors using tools available to you.
• Arrange catering, coordinate facilities, and send invitations to ensure successful implementation of the meetings.
• Manage the entry of purchase requisitions and reconcile department purchasing card for department and project expenses.
• Assist and monitor the onboarding of employees within the department.
• Coordinate with other assistants within the division and other business units.
• Other duties as required.
  
  

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 3 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.
• Customer service oriented with ability to be self-directed and take initiative.
  
  

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $49,000.00 - $70,000.00

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.