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Organization: Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

Position: Executive Assistant

Reports To: President & CEO

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid) 

Are you a proactive, detail-oriented quick thinker with experience working in the executive office of a trade association? 

Come join the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), an organization representing the nation’s nearly one million workers in the plastics industry.  They are seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President & CEO.  This position works remotely Mondays and Fridays and is in the office Tuesday through Thursday.

This is an excellent opportunity to serve as the right arm of a fast-moving CEO for a forward-thinking, business-focused, not-for-profit organization!  

PLASTICS offers:

• Hybrid work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Unlimited paid time off
• Work-life balance programs
• Free on-site fitness center & wellness programs

As the Executive Assistant, you will enhance organizational and departmental excellence by creating, implementing, and sustaining systems that support the President & CEO in accomplishing the mission, goals, and objectives of PLASTICS.  You will ensure prompt and effective communication with board members, PLASTICS’ members and staff, and internal and external stakeholders on all matters pertaining to the President & CEO.  You will also serve as the point of contact to PLASTICS’ Board of Directors for all logistics, preparation, and execution of board meetings and communications.  You will provide high-level administrative support to the President & CEO along with planning, organizing, managing, and executing high-level meetings.  This position reports to the President & CEO.

Qualified candidates offer:

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education & related experience
• 7 years of experience in an executive office/senior management position supporting the C-suite
• Trade association experience
• Experience planning high-level meetings and booking travel arrangements
• In-depth understanding of C-suite structure & organization
• Experience with accounting software and association & event management databases

How To Apply

If you believe you meet the requirements, please submit a resume and cover letter to the following job link (or copy/paste link to a new window):

https://recruitcrm.io/apply/16992957740470013318nYQ

Additional inquiries and questions can be emailed to Beth Cessna at jobs@cessnasearch.com.

PLASTICS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

About The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

PLASTICS is a purpose-driven organization that supports the entire plastics supply chain.  From the technological advancements it enables to the possibilities it creates, the organization is dedicated to helping members shape the future and make a positive impact every day.  PLASTICS is the only association that supports the entire plastics supply chain and has a track record of fostering collaboration between each segment of the industry, evolving right alongside the plastics industry as a whole.

Together, employees at PLASTICS shape the direction of the entire plastics industry and, as a job requirement, have some fun while doing so.  Employees have the opportunity to learn, develop, and impact both the industry and the association.

About Cessna & Associates, LLC

Cessna & Associates, LLC is a boutique HR consultancy partnering with mission-driven nonprofit organizations.  Our goal is to identify the best potential candidates that the market has to offer.  

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