Executive Administrative Assistant

American Electric Power; North Carolina; On-site; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401K match

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced executive administrator to perform a broad range of confidential duties, support day-to-day activities, and relieve the executive of routine tasks while exercising sound judgment.

You will manage calendars and travel, screen inquiries, prepare reports, maintain document systems and respond to information requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of diversified administrative experience.
• Proficient with computer/PC and office procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college/desirable training.

Responsibilities

• Stay informed on company policies to guide administrative decisions.
• Relay messages and track pending information or proposals.
• Answer inquiries, screen calls, visitors, and mail; route technical inquiries.
• Prepare correspondence and reports; verify accuracy of documents.
• Establish and manage document retrieval systems.
• Plan appointments, meetings, travel, and maintain an accurate calendar.

Skills

Office administration experience

Computer/PC proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college or office administrator training

Job description

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible for performance of varied administrative duties and designated administrative functions for assigned Executive. Maintain a close and highly responsive relationship with the day-to-day work activities within assigned function. Work independently under general supervision and guidance in carrying out assigned responsibilities. Ensure that strict confidentiality is consistently maintained in order that all records, documents and related information pertaining to high level executive plans and decisions affecting Company operations are not compromised. Relieve executive of designated administrative details, exercise judgment and make decisions within the scope of authority.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Keep informed and up-to-date on Company policies and practices relating to the functions of the executive office in order to make administrative decisions within the limits of approved programs.
• Relay messages and instructions to subordinates as requested and provide follow up on pending matters, such as requests for information or proposals for action.
• Answer inquiries and screen telephone calls, visitors and incoming mail, direct technical inquires to the proper persons and personally respond to questions and furnish information as required.
• Compile and prepare correspondence and reports from general instructions and, using independent judgment, follow through on assigned projects. Inspect all papers, Company documents, and calculations to ensure the accuracy and /or consistency of information flowing through the executive office.
• Establish and maintain document retrieval systems.
• Plan appointments, meetings and travel arrangements and maintain an accurate calendar.

What We're Looking For:

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent education and /or experience.
• Some college and/or office administrator training desirable.

Work Experience:

• 5 yrs or more of diversified thorough experience gained from work in various areas within the organization or similar administrative exp.
• Must be computer/PC competent and have exp in utilizing general administrative office procedures and practices.

Where You'll Work:

• On-Site in the AEP Headquarters in Columbus, OH

What You'll Get:

• Annual bonus
• 401K match
• Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$63,496.00 - $79,369.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

American Electric Power

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American Electric Power delivers reliable, affordable energy to 5.6 million customers across 11 states while investing $54 billion to enhance services and support community growth.