senior administrative assistant, Dallas Regional Office

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From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

This position contributes to Starbucks success by providing advanced, dedicated administrative support of a confidential and complex nature to one or more executives. Handles confidential and non-routine information. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in making decisions and carries out activities following general guidelines. Demonstrates the ability to perform effectively with limited direction. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following :

Acts as primary administrative support point of contact for department or regional office

Provides administrative support to one or more executives. Proactively manages executive calendars with attention to accuracy, detail and allocation of time and resources to promote productivity and successful execution of executive and team goals and objectives. Recognizes the need to reprioritize as appropriate if business initiatives change and acts independently to realign executive priorities.

Directs and executes complex administrative projects including coordinating, tracking, or analyzing budgets; researching information to respond to questions; updating databases and organizational charts; creating monthly reports or analyses; organizing large volumes of materials. May research background material and collect data for reports, meetings, events and correspondence

Utilizes advanced technical skills to create dynamic charts, tables, graphs and presentation materials, sometimes containing confidential content, ensuring that the final product has been edited for spelling, grammar and layout

• Organizes and directs the work of multiple coordinators and / or receptionists in a department or regional office. Organizes office operations such as workspace assignment and layout.

Serves as a peer leader to administrative team within function

Actively engages with executive's direct report team to ensure alignment of priorities and open communication paths. May attend direct report team meetings as requested

May organize, host and facilitate activities such as team and cross-functional meetings, conferences and department activities

Advises department in the use of the business unit or department's products and services. Takes initiative to provide training and coaching when appropriate

Serves as a point of contact for the regional office. Answers questions, directs requests to appropriate partners and works with other partners effectively to exchange information. Escorts visitors and navigates internal and external vendor relationships

Supports executive, department and administrative team in coffee education as a part of Starbucks core business

Maintains regular and punctual attendance

Summary of Experience

Progressive administrative experience (7-9 years)

Providing support to executive level management - or equivalent (7-9 years)

Project management (7-9 years)

Fast-paced environment (7-9 years)

Basic Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge / skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.