Executive Assistant - Strategy & Corporate Services
Location:
Tempe, AZ, US
Date: Jun 2, 2025
Requisition ID : 18834
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That's why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
Performs secretarial and related service for GM Staff Member. Handles details of a confidential nature, and performs some administrative functions. Requires broad knowledge of corporate operations and policy, and a high level of experience, discretion and technical skill. Usually operates with great latitude for independent judgment and initiative. May use Word Processing equipment in performing assigned tasks.
What You'll Do
Makes high level contacts of a complex and confidential nature both inside and outside the company.
Provides confidential administrative support to the AGM.
Maintains AGM's daily appointment calendar; makes travel and lodging arrangements as required.
Exercises independent judgment in actions regarding company matters.
Collects and prepares information for AGM's use in discussions and meetings with executive staff members and outside individuals.
Assists the AGM in all aspects of board of directors and committee meetings.
Takes and transcribes dictation of highly confidential nature.
Receives and screens telephone calls, mail, and visitors.
May compare own replies to inquiries and other business correspondence.
May use Word Processing and related office equipment in fulfilling assigned tasks.
What It Takes To Succeed
Knowledge of business English, spelling and math.
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and knowledge of company policy.
Knowledge of financial services policies, procedures and personnel.
Ability to perform coordination duties between departments; know full range of employer's responsibilities and activities in the company.
Initiate, handle and follow-through on projects.
Responsible for care of executive office equipment and files; occasional use of company car.
Ability to give and understand written and oral instruction.
Ability to perform duties effectively and harmoniously using tact and maintaining confidentiality.
High degree of initiative and ability to plan and organize work for efficient operation.
Ability to relate executive's instruction and directions to other members of his/her staff.
Ability to be tactful, courteous and firm with others at all levels.
Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) rating is desired.
Experience
Over 5 years and up to and including 7 years of experience as a clerk or secretary/administrative assistant.
Education
Minimum of 15 college credits (100+) related to the position from an accredited institution is preferred.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix