Executive Assistant

About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh companyOshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.JOB SUMMARY: The Executive Assistant provides overall support and assistance to a functional leader or executive. This role serves as the point of contact for internal and external constituencies on matters pertaining to the functional leader or executive they support. The Executive Assistant will handle confidential and sensitive information and serve as a liaison to various customers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.+ Assist daily administrative duties and complete a broad variety of administrative tasks that include managing an active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence; arranging detailed travel plans, passports, visas, etc.+ Serve as the communication liaison for the function.+ Organize and coordinate special events and meetings, including arranging locations, logistics, conference rooms, catering, room prep, and overall event support.+ Research data and compile, analyze, and prepare reports for roles within the function.+ Support the leader or executive with external commitments related to industry work, external boards, committees and other groups.+ Handle any miscellaneous office administrative duties, which includes maintenance of files & records, distribution of mail and communications, ordering supplies, printer maintenance, maintaining files, etc.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Associate's Degree or equivalent in business, communications, or a relevant area.+ Seven (7) or more years administrative support experience.+ Proficient with the Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Work, Outlook, and SharePoint.+ Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to details.+ Customer service oriented.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:+ Previous executive support experience.+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.+ High degree of initiative, follow-through, and organizational skills.+ Excellent interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills.+ Ability to interface with personnel at all levels directly or virtually.+ Ability to manage confidential data.Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: or . Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It's a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you'll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world's toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG??, Pierce??, Oshkosh?? Defense, McNeilus??, IMT??, Frontline???, Jerr-Dan??, Oshkosh?? Airport Products, and London???.