EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1 - 65423

Executive Service

This hybrid position is based in the Nashville, TN central office with 3 days in the office and will require occasional travel.

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/executive-service/00041802_tsp_eaa_1_boc_tdec-job-opp_es.pdf

Who we are and what we do:

The Department of Environment and Conservation exists to enhance the quality of life for citizens of Tennessee and to be stewards of our natural environment.

We foster a work environment that's inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective are valued so that our culture reflects the people we serve. Our Department is committed to providing a cleaner, safer environment that goes hand-in-hand with economic prosperity and increased quality of life in Tennessee. We deliver on our mission through managing regulatory programs that maintain standards for air, water and soil quality while providing assistance to businesses and communities in areas ranging from recreation to waste management. We manage the state park system and programs to inventory, interpret and protect Tennessee's rich natural, historical, and archaeological heritage.

From its beginning in 1937, Tennessee State Parks were established to protect and preserve the unique natural, cultural, and historic resources of Tennessee. The public interest has also been served by a variety of benefits for citizens and communities produced by our state park system, promoting stronger communities and healthier citizens across the state through diverse resource-based recreation while conserving the natural environment for today and tomorrow - preserving authentic Tennessee places and spaces for future generations to enjoy. As stewards of the resources in our parks, we seek to manage Tennessee's state parks in order to preserve and protect valued resources and to provide a balance of services and benefits for the enjoyment of the people.

How you make a difference in this role:

Are you an organized, detailed-oriented professional with a passion for hospitality and marketing Do you want to contribute to the growth and success of Tennessee State Parks If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience supporting senior teams, we have the perfect opportunity for you. In this key role, you'll provide executive support coordinating meetings and events and collaborate with statewide teams to serve the state of Tennessee.

Key Responsibilities:

Support procurement activities, including routine purchases and contract management. Assist in the development of presentations, training manuals, and policies. Perform a variety of HR functions including recruiting and onboarding. Ensure compliance with rules and policies and create processes that streamline operations. Plan and organize meetings, and events that include both in-person and virtual formats. Prepare correspondence, arrange travel, coordinate schedules.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of full-time professional staff administrative experience or related work.

Required Experience:

The preferred candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in an administrative or executive support role, preferably within marketing, hospitality, or the public sector.

Pursuant to the State of Tennessee's Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State's policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person's race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.