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Executive Assistant - Kent, WA

Columbia Distributing
$34.00 - $35.00 / hr
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Kent
Sep 20, 2025
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Executive Assistant
#25-927 | Posted 09/19/2025
Kent, Washington, United States
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Working Locations
Kent , Washington , United States
Pay Range
$34.00 - $35.00 per hour
Job Details

Summary


This position primarily supports the two most Senior Executives in Washington and other Senior Executives while in visiting the office. Must be able to prioritize conflicting needs often with deadline pressures and drive projects to successful completion. Position is privy to nearly all Company information, thus trust and confidentiality is essential. Position must be able to communicate effectively externally and within all levels of the organization.



Primary Responsibilities



  • Prepare, edit, copy and distribute presentations in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Prezzi
  • Provide administrative support to Executive Team, including generating reports, analyzing reports and meeting preparation
  • Manage calendars for assigned team
  • Prepare for meetings including booking meeting rooms, ordering food, cleaning meeting room, etc.
  • Arrange and attend Company functions and meetings and if necessary, take minutes or notes
  • Effectively manage and support correspondence and communication with suppliers, customers and staff via email, phone/voicemail/Webex
  • Assist with monitoring and tracking external deadlines
  • Assist with coordination and filing of various compliance-related documents
  • Coordinate and manage travel arrangements including air, car and hotel for assigned Executives
  • Manage and distribute venue and sports assets
  • Complete all other tasks or special projects as assigned
  • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times


Key Competencies



  • Effective time management skills while working in a fast-paced environment
  • High attention to detail
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion
  • Ability to work with multiple deadlines under little or no supervision
  • Ability to prioritize and control incoming information and schedules



People Management


None


Work Environment


This job operates mostly indoors, occasionally outdoors.


Physical Demands



  • Lift/carry 20 lbs.
  • Sitting for entire shift
  • Work indoors entire shift



Expected Hours of Work


This is a full-time position, days and hours of work vary and may include weekends and evenings. Typically working hours are Monday through Friday, between 8am and 5pm.


Travel


Occasionally overnight travel to other branches may be require.



Required Education and Experience



  • Minimum of two (5) years Administrative Assistant experience
  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite


Preferred Experience and Education



  • Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
  • Previous experience supporting Executive Team



Compensation



  • Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.
  • Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location).
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for [incentives/ bonuses/ annual bonuses].



Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Senior Executive
Benefits
Paid Vacation and Sick Days Holiday Pay Competitive Health Insurance Plans 401(k) with company matching Short-Term Disability and More Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time.
AAP/EEO Statement
Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Please contact the Human Resources Dept. at (425)251-9300 or email recruiting@coldist.com if you have questions regarding reasonable accommodations.
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