Senior Executive Assistant: Strategic Scheduling & Travel

The Joint Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 66,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Joint Commission in Washington, DC seeks an experienced executive assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to a senior officer. You will manage calendars, coordinate complex travel, prepare materials, and handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, arranging logistics, preparing reports, and supporting board/committee activities. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in admin support preferred.
• 5–6 years of secretary/administrative assistant experience supporting a senior manager; healthcare setting preferred.
• Advanced computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Notebook, Outlook, Teams, Zoom.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication skills; team-oriented and detail-minded.

Responsibilities

• Prepares typed materials and correspondence; handles mail and portal filings.
• Receives, opens, reviews mail, forwards to departments; handles special delivery as needed.
• Answers incoming calls; forwards or takes messages as appropriate.
• Schedules meetings, travel, and speaking engagements; books rooms and coordinates catering.
• Makes travel arrangements and detailed itineraries for officers.
• Maintains files and confidentiality; supports internal and external meetings.
• Creates meeting materials, minutes, and follow-up reports; coordinates budget reports.

Skills

Discretion

Confidentiality

Excellent communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Notebook

MS Outlook

MS Teams

Zoom

Job description

The Joint Commission in Washington, DC seeks an experienced executive assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to a senior officer. You will manage calendars, coordinate complex travel, prepare materials, and handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, arranging logistics, preparing reports, and supporting board/committee activities. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a