Executive Assistant & Special Projects Coordinator

Executive Assistant & Special Projects Coordinator

Date: Jan 27, 2025

Location: Washington, DC, US, 20004

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 65943

Corning is vital to progress ? in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we're always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

Corning?s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

We are changing the world with:

Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Role Purpose

Serves as primary administrative support for Senior Vice President, Global Government Affairs to include short, medium, and long-term scheduling, event materials preparation and management, travel arrangements, and expense reports

Provide project management support

Provide administrative support to visiting executives

Assist with general office management responsibilities in absence of Government Affairs Administrator or as requested

Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of SVP calendar, including scheduling internal and external group meetings and compiling final briefing materials for day ahead

Maintain medium and long-term SVP planning calendar

Make travel arrangements, confirm details, and prepare expense reports in Concur

Maintain organized electronic files for SVP as well as briefing materials for GA staff

Coordinate closely with Government Affairs Administrator in arranging requests for office/meeting space for visiting Corning staff.

Ensure appropriate support for visiting executives such as IT needs, office supplies, building and suite access, etc.

Provide event support, including invitations/RSVP, catering, facilities management, set up, etc.

Provide project management, including basic research and materials coordination for SVP, Global Government Affairs, and broader GA team as requested

Draft routine correspondence and proof documents for accuracy

In the absence of the Government Affairs Administrator, perform office functions related to events, work orders, office supply orders, deliveries, etc.

Travel

Requirements:

As necessary

Hours

of

work/work

schedule/flex-time:

Monday ? Friday 9:00 am ? 5:30 pm; 40 hours/week; Overtime as needed; hours may adjust based on office needs.

This is an onsite role in the Washington, DC office.

Experiences/Education - Required

Associate Degree in Business or Bachelors degree preferred

3-5 years of executive level administrative and project support

Proficient in all Microsoft applications, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint, and Excel

Exceptional level of attention to detail and organization

Proactive and self-directed, with ability to prioritize competing priorities

Solid written and verbal communications skills

Sound judgement and discretion; elevates challenges when necessary and focuses on solutions

Experiences/Education - Desired

Capitol Hill, Executive Branch experience highly desirable

Demonstrated project management skills and interest in operations/logistics

Collaborative and team oriented; solutions focused mindset

Ability to develop strong internal and external peer working relationships

Comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels of an organization

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $85,000.00- $107,000.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues? contributions.

Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Washington DC