Strada Education Foundation, Inc. is hiring: Administrative Assistant in Olympia

The Administrative Assistant will partner with the Executive Assistant and senior leaders on the Policy, Advocacy and Communications team, providing high-level administrative support as described below. This ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, and able to manage a dynamic workload while effectively prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position that requires working from our Washington DC office two days per week. Context Strada Education Foundation supports programs, policies, and organizations that strengthen connections between postsecondary education and employment in the U.S., with a focus on helping those who face the greatest challenges. Our strategic plan centers on five keys to strengthen the link between education and opportunity: Clear Outcomes, Quality Coaching, Affordability, Work-Based Learning, and Employer Alignment. We leverage several impact lever teams to advance our work, including actionable research, catalytic grantmaking, nonpartisan policy solutions, strategic communications, strategic investments, and affiliates (e.g., CredLens). We work collaboratively with hundreds of partners across the U.S., including educators, employers, policymakers, learners, and other nonprofits and trade associations. Strada offers a dynamic, collaborative professional environment that provides many learning and professional development opportunities. Administrative Support (70%) Provide comprehensive calendar management for senior leaders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment across the PAC team. Support special events, meetings, and team activities related to the work of the Policy, Advocacy, and Communications (PAC) team. Partner closely with the Executive Assistant, administrative staff, and S/VPs to maintain coordinated scheduling and seamless operations. Arrange and book all travel, proactively managing preferences for flights, transportation, hotel accommodations, and other logistical needs. Troubleshoot and resolve travel issues as they arise, providing timely solutions and updated arrangements for S/VPs. Prepare and submit expense reports accurately, collaborating with Strada’s Corporate Finance Accounts Payable team as needed. Process all invoices, including researching vendor payment cycles to ensure accurate and timely payments without over- or underpayment. Deliver outstanding customer service, contributing to a welcoming, supportive, and respectful work environment. Project Management (30%) Serve as the primary point of contact for technology, workspace, and operational issues, partnering with Corporate IT, HR, and other departments to ensure timely resolution. Model and uphold high performance standards, demonstrating initiative, professionalism, and follow-through. Support additional duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned, contributing to smooth team operations and organizational goals. Experience & Qualifications Required 3+ years of executive support experience, including complex scheduling and calendar coordination. Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities. Demonstrated experience managing multiple, heavily scheduled calendars in partnership with other assistants, with the ability to resolve requests quickly and accurately. Proactive approach to problem-solving with strong interpersonal and relationship‑management skills. Excellent logistical and organizational abilities, with strong attention to detail. Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to collaborate effectively to identify and resolve issues. Strong command of the Microsoft Office Suite and the Google Workspace suite of tools. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, particularly when interacting with government officials and policymakers. Strong interpersonal judgment and the ability to navigate differences with professionalism and minimal conflict. Proven ability to work collaboratively across a large, complex organization to achieve results. Salary: $57,500 - $64,250 a year plus bonus. Strada welcomes diverse candidates and values a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Bringing together people with a variety of personal, educational, and professional experiences strengthens our understanding of the learners we serve, leads to better decisions, and enhances our mission impact. We encourage applicants who will enrich our workplace through their knowledge, skills, perspectives, and expertise. #J-18808-Ljbffr