EXCELLENT SUMMER JOB FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS! Compensation: $22.57/per hour. There are two Summer Hire Administrative positions expected to start mid July 2009 and end the middle of August and end of September 2009. Compass Solutions, a leading government contracting company based in Alexandria, VA is seeking a motivated, customer service orientated, professional Administrative Assistant II. Experience in providing general Admin support is required. Experience supporting the US Department of State- Foreign Service Institute is a plus. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work in a positive, upbeat, sometimes fast paced office with great people who are respectful, supportive, and will recognize hard work. Responsibilities include: Provides basic administrative support as needed to include answering phones, screening calls, making appointments, photocopying, drafting correspondence (letters, cables, memoranda and other documents as required), maintaining bulletin boards, monitoring supplies, maintaining electronic and paper files, providing course support and other office/classroom duties as assigned . Responsible for all facets of the preparation for course delivery, which include collection and duplication and/or photocopying of materials, preparing notebooks, name tents, and door signs, maintenance of files and databases, classroom preparation and cleanup, audio-visual requests, coordination with program assistant/training technician on logistical arrangements (bus, field trips, air travel) and registration/enrollment data, confirmation of speakers, meeting speakers and guests, and assistance to students, instructors, and speakers. Assists with the preparation, dissemination, and collection of surveys, evaluations, needs assessments. Performs data entry for databases/spreadsheets or other files related to evaluations, nominations, needs assessments, or other similar activities. Arranges meetings including selecting mutually satisfactory time, reserving meeting space, notifying participants, attending meetings as required to prepare reports of the proceedings. Skills required: 1. Proficient with Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT and OUTLOOK. 2. Strong written and verbal communication skills. 3. Work well in a fast paced environment. 4. Able to manage multiple tasks from a number of staff members. 5. Can work well with a team as well as individually. Location: Arlington, VA Compensation: $22.57 per hour. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. dc