Project Coordinating Assistant, Engineering
Project Coordinating Assistant, Engineering
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Job Description
Here at Appian our core values of Respect Work to Impact Ambition and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers we go beyond completion in our work we strive for excellence with intensity and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian youll be part of a passionate team thats dedicated to accomplishing hard things.
Like working at the heart of an operation where youre in the flow and in the know and central to keeping things running and growing Appian is seeking a Project Coordinator reporting to the Executive Vice President of Engineering who will be the information and activity hub for keeping the engineering team functioning. This includes helping us adapt to our growth by designing new processes and systems that keep friction out of the engineering department.
Succeeding in this position requires you to be a self-starter with great problem-solving skills excellent written and verbal communication skills a commitment to keeping deadlines and an ability to multitask. If you want a work environment where your ideas are welcome and contributions are recognized this is the place for you!
This role is based at our headquarters in McLean Virginia. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.
In this role you will:
Provide executive support to the Executive Vice President of Engineering the Engineering Department and other engineering leaders while maintaining confidentiality
Summarizing and synthesizing key decisions in writing and communicating them out to relevant stakeholders
Take the lead in organizing and running key departmental meetings and major events including rooms calendar events meeting agenda AV coordination etc
Support processes and tools for the Engineering department and consistently look for opportunities to improve and streamline
Maintain key documents calendars and systems that keep the engineering department running smoothly
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university
2-5 years of related experience
Proficiency in computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint; Google Docs Sheets; Google Hangout and Meet)
Strong organization skills
Experience as an Executive Assistant or Operations Specialist preferred
Tools and Resources
- Training and Development: During onboarding we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
- Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University skills based training and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
- Community: Well immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social educational and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.
About Appian
Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design automate and optimize even the most complex processes from start to finish. The worlds most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows unify data and optimize operationsresulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information visit . Nasdaq: APPN
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