AAPD Executive Assistant

The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the 60 million Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation. Learn more at www.aapd.com.

AAPD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Applicants with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Summary
Position Title: Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
Position Level: Assistant
Job Type: Full-time
Reports To: President & CEO
Location: Washington, DC
Format: Full-time remote to become in-person with flexible schedule
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

 

The AAPD Executive Assistant is a key position within the organization to support AAPD’s operational priorities and is an integral part of helping to drive the leadership goals and ultimately, fulfilling the mission of the organization.  The Executive Assistant will support the President and CEO  and, in doing so, will also assist the rest of the AAPD Team. The Executive Assistant will work closely with the President and CEO within a remote and eventually in-person environment and assist in coordinating across a number of critical stakeholders, including but not limited to: the President and CEO’s direct and indirect reports, external partners, disability community leaders, and funders. 

The Executive Assistant’s duties also include handling all administrative tasks with finesse to keep the President and CEO’s day moving smoothly and efficiently, from the management of complex calendars, communications, travel, and sometimes expenses. We’re looking for someone who will be comfortable coordinating and drafting varied communications, organizing inboxes, managing schedules, handling meeting logistics, learning new tools, maintaining clear documentation working in remote, hybrid, and in-person settings, and establishing procedures to improve overall efficiency. This person should also be ready to jump in and help with both ad-hoc and long-term projects as assigned. If you’re a strong communicator, with problem-solving and organizational skills, who wants to support strategic goals of a growing civil rights organization, this role and AAPD are great for you. There will be opportunities for growth and expanding technical skills in the role.

AAPD will accept applications on a rolling basis until May 31, 2022 at 11:59pm ET. If you have any inquiries or need to make an accommodation request, please email jobs@aapd.com with the subject line “2022 Executive Assistant Inquiry.” View the full Executive Assistant job description posting on our website.