Administrative AssistantReq Id 11267 - Posted 02/03/2012
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DRS Technologies, Inc.
DRS Technologies is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security.
Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Finmeccanica S.p.A. which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at .
Company Overview
The Company has been recognized as one of the fastest growing defense technology companies in the world and holds leading market positions in thermal imaging devices, combat display workstations, electronic sensor systems, power systems, rugged computer systems, air combat training systems, mission recorders, deployable flight incident recorders, environmental control systems, telecommunication systems, aircraft loaders, military trailers and shelters, and integrated logistics and support services.
DRS's broad range of mission critical systems and sustainment solutions uniquely position the Company to support the ongoing superiority of the military's Current Force, as well as the modernization and emerging transformation initiatives of the Future Force.
DRS responds to the needs of U.S. and allied military forces, as they engage in day-to-day expeditionary activities, by providing high-tech products and systems that improve the capabilities of many key platforms. The Company also provides a range of military support systems and services. DRS's products are deployed on a wide range of high-profile military platforms and on several platforms for non-military applications.
Our sustainment products, such as environmental control systems, power generators, water and fuel distribution systems, chemical/biological decontamination systems and heavy equipment transport systems, are used to support military forces, humanitarian efforts and peacekeeping. We also provide security and asset protection systems and services, telecommunication and information technology services, training and logistics support services for all branches of the U.S. armed forces and certain international militaries, homeland security forces, and select government and intelligence agencies.
DRS strives to provide quality products and services and stand behind them, to invest in research and development and new market opportunities, and to leverage existing core defense programs and business areas.
Job Location
Detroit, MI
Position Summary
Provide excellent first impressions to visitors while monitoring the security procedures; ensuring that employees and visitors are in compliance with all aspects of the security program. Deliver high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, greeting visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings and limited facilities maintenance. Act as liaison in handling customer and manager inquiries.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Greets visitors and direct to appropriate destination
* Answer phones and direct callers to the appropriate contacts
* Conduct visual compliance
* Controls entry of authorized personnel and visitors
* Maintain visitor log using a visitor management system
* Provide temporary badges for visitors after validating ID
* Monitor visitors and employees to ensure compliance with the security procedures and policies
* Brief host and visitor on responsibilities after entering facility
* Assists in gathering information for investigations into security violations
* Ensures destruction of classified and/or confidential information in accordance with policies and procedures
* Order office supplies/maintain budget for supplies
* Receive mail and scheduled pick-ups
* Invoice reconciliation for purchases
* Coordinate travel arrangements/process travel expense reports
* Maintain conference room schedule, operate conference room equipment
* Assist in organizing company events/site visits
* Coordinate maintenance of building
* Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
* Follows established procedures on routine work, requires instructions only on new assignments
* Coordinates with other Administrative Assistants
* Performs other duties as required
Basic Qualifications
Associate's degree or 2+ years equivalent industrial or physical security training
Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge
* Responsibility in administration, acquisition, or acquisition support field preferred
* Must be able to effectively communicate with peers and other DRS functions
* Must have excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills
* Must have the ability to work well with customers, peers, and management
* Must have good time management skills
* Must have excellent experience with the Microsoft Office
* Data execution and other market research skills a plus
Physical Requirements (Lifting, Walking, Bending, Stooping kneeling etc)
* Lifting 0-10lbs 0-25% of the time
* Walking 0-25% of the time
* Sitting 0-75% of the time
DRS Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
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