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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Administrator to join our New York City team!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Directs and guides the administrative activities for all functions within an assigned office.  Functions may include, but are not limited to:  accounting, facilities, human resources, and/or administrative support services.  Specific location will determine activity of emphasis.  This administrative position may require the incumbent to exercise discretion and independent judgment in order to meet established objectives.  Experience in coordinating and administering a variety of activities enable the incumbent to relieve the manager of most day-to-day details.  May provide guidance to lower-level administrative support personnel.   

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Relieves manager of administrative tasks to keep the office running smoothly.  Understands priorities within the office and helps ensure that they are met.  Establishes office guidelines and procedures; anticipates where problem areas may arise; evaluates alternative methods of accomplishing tasks and meeting goals; and initiates suitable action.  This may include recommendation for temporary reassignment of personnel to meet increased workload in one area or for one project.

Keeps current on all Company policies and procedures, interpreting and administering same.

May represent the office by attendance at meetings with the client or others.  Keeps manager informed of all pertinent action/pending action.  Has some latitude for speaking for the manager at such meetings.  May make informal presentations occasionally.

Initiates reports, as appropriate, for any or all functions.  Gathers, organizes, and analyzes materials; produces and distributes data in graphic, spreadsheet, or narrative format.  May develop computerized logs.  Develops guidelines for standard reports from each function.

May administer the group's operating budget and/or the merit budget.  Gives input for initial figures; investigates, resolves, and reports to the manager on all variances. 

Serves as liaison between group to which assigned and others within company, as appropriate.  Ensures clear communication regarding all administrative issues.

May provide guidance to lower-level administrative support personnel, assigning work, reviewing completed assignments, and offering training and guidance.  May provide input for, or complete, performance evaluations.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

4-year degree in Business (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of experience in an administrative capacity (preferably in the assigned area of specialty), including at least 3 years of lead/supervisory experience.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required.  Additionally, a demonstrated proficiency in keyboard skills and the utilization of MS Windows and related word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, BlueBeam/Acrobat, is required.  A familiarity with company policies and procedures is preferred, as well as a demonstrated ability to administer a variety of activities simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Document control experience (SharePoint, Procore, InEight, etc) strongly preferred.  Contract preparation experience a plus.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.

Salary Range: 

$29.42 - $51.49

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!