Horizon seeks a dynamic Executive Assistant to support our headquarters Executive Team.  The successful candidate will assist with administrative functions and act as liaison between customers, clients and employees and the Executive Board.  The successful candidate will be responsible for facilities management, office supplies and equipment procurement.  This position will be based out of our Lansdowne, VA headquarters location and will support the President and Vice President.  The successful candidate will be responsible for all generalist functions, which includes scheduling and arranging meetings (internal and external) for the Board Members; taking minutes at meetings; scheduling travel arrangements.  At a higher level, they will be responsible for negotiating administration related contracts; Horizon event planning to include training and social occasions; assisting with proposals and other project driven deliverables; invoicing clients and working with IT and publication vendors to complete applicable projects.

This position requires an energetic and highly motivated administrative professional with a passion for a business whose underlying principles are honesty, integrity, hard work and professionalism.  This position requires the ability to foster a participative team environment.  The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, some college desirable.  Position requires a minimum of 3 years experience working for executive level management professionals in a business office environment or equivalent job experience or education background.

Desirable Attributes:

• Must have strong computer skills with advanced working knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. 
• High degree of interpersonal skills to effectively discuss projects with Executive Management and others. 
• Ability to learn quickly and work moderately independently.
• Must have a professional appearance and presentation.
• Requires proper phone etiquette, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Fax your resume to 703.726-6434 or email to jobs@horizon-inc.com. EOE/AA

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