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At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as a Senior Administrative Support Specialist. The Senior Administrative Support Specialist must be a self-starter with a professional attitude and demeanor, capable of interacting with all levels of personnel in a fast-paced work environment. The ability to work independently is critical to success. Along with the essential duties listed below, this position will assist in answering phone calls, taking memos, maintaining files, and managing correspondence.

Essential Duties:

• Provide high-level administrative support to multiple locations

• Maintain regional team’s calendar; plan and schedule meetings, web-conferences, and travel

• Coordinate and arrange meetings, events, and travel for the region

• Negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements with hotels and resorts, caterers, vendors, and other providers for services at special events

• Prepare internal and external correspondence, reports, and presentations

• Review and maintain internal control documents

• Update management work schedules

• Responsible for maintaining budgets, including all P-card (purchasing) transactions

• Create performance reports

• Serve as a resource for administration teams and initiatives

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multi-task

• Ability to work independently and meet specified deadlines

• Ability to work well with all levels of management, support personnel, and outside parties

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality

• Advanced ability in Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous administrative experience in a busy office environment

• Skilled in computer knowledge and usage

• Knowledge of basic airport procedures and fundamental job requirements for airlines

• Current Piedmont employee with a minimum six months of service

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business Administration, or related field

Work Environment:

• Standard office environment, use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment

• Ability to work a flexible schedule if needed

• Some travel may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate:

$45,000.00/Annual Salary - 49,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. ​

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer performance-based bonuses and relocation packages, subject to company policy and performance metrics .

Job Application Deadline:

September 17, 2024

Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.

Our team is a diverse group of people, all with a passion for aviation. We strive for excellence, and recognize that everyone – no matter which job title they hold – is responsible for our success. We celebrate our accomplishments together and learn from our mistakes. We hold each other accountable. We work as a team. We care for each other. We are Piedmont.