Provide a broad range of administrative and project support to RAND research staff utilizing standard policies, procedures and guidelines. Responsibilities may vary according to individual position and may include, but are not limited to: preparation of correspondence; assistance in the preparation of reports and deliverables; grant proposal and manuscript preparation; library and internet searches. Scheduling and maintaining calendar, travel arranging and preparation of expense reimbursements; planning and coordination of both on- and off-site meetings and conferences. Organizing, managing, coordinating, and monitoring tasks to meet deadlines. Photocopying and faxing. Answer and relay telephone calls and messages. May require use of judgment skills and in-depth knowledge of department/unit practices and procedures to provide guidance and coordination to other support staff in implementation of duties.
Assist staff in various activities such as coordinating information flow, preparing materials for distribution, handling and processing of sensitive and/or classified materials, creating and maintaining databases/files/reports, and/or reviewing/proofreading and processing documents. May perform as support staff mentor and/or as technical resources within group and/or across department; serve on task force committees and actively contribute to related activities.
All positions require good to strong organizational skills, the capacity to work accurately with detail, a willingness to be proactive and take initiative, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and good judgment in handling and prioritizing a wide range of support responsibilities.
Educational requirements: College degree preferred or equivalent experience
Specific technical skills: Good to advanced knowledge of Mac and/or PC platforms, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel required; knowledge of Access is desirable. Level of expertise will be determined by the specific position. Good oral and written communications with the ability to initiate and draft correspondence.
Related experience: A minimum of 1 to 8 years. Experience level required will be determined by the specific position. A Secret security clearance may be required for specific positions.
Location: Santa Monica
Location: Connecticut-Southeast/New London
Company: RAND Corporation
Company Description: The RAND Corporation is a non-profit research organization providing objective analysis and effective solutions that address the challenges facing the public and private sectors around the world.
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