Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

If you thrive in making a difference in a demanding environment where the status quo is challenged day in and day out - then we are the company for you. We are seeking an Executive Assistant who will provide effective administrative support in a culture that thrives on winning. Duties include but are not limited to: calendar management, travel itineraries, meeting management, reporting of key metrics, presentations, and other specified initiatives for the VP, Global Operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide confidential administrative support to the VP, Global Operations, VP, Global Business Units and, in part, the Global Operations team.

* Manage and maintain executive schedules/calendars/email.

* Make travel and lodging arrangements for both domestic and international travel, including expense reporting.

* Prepare agendas and make arrangements for staff, committee, and other meetings.

* Collect and prepare information for use in discussions, meetings, and formal presentations.

* Compose routine correspondence.

* Running daily, weekly and monthly reports regarding key metrics.

* Provide logistics for event planning, both small and large groups, both on-site or off-site, related to Hach-Lange and/or Danaher business.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

* Confidentiality: Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.

* Agility: Must thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

* Independence - must require little direction and supervision.

* Reliability: Must be consistent in the work done, attendance and personal demeanor.

* Accuracy: Delivering on commitments on time,and getting it right the first time is critical.

* Efficiency: Must be able to find ways to accomplish work in as short a period as possible while taking initiative to explore creative ways to enable productivity of direct supervisor.

* Coach ability: Learns from mistakes and does not repeat them. Also takes feedback and incorporates it.

* Professionalism: Must present a professional demeanor at all times, whether dealing with internal Danaher associates or external contacts.

* Interpersonal Skills: Looking for someone that has the ability to build relationships and work with a diverse group of associates.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelors Degree strongly preferred.

* 2-4 years of prior experience in providing support to senior executive(s) required.

* Impeccable accuracy in document formatting, spelling, grammar, and proofreading.

* Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint software.

* Proficiency in time and project management; able to manage multiple priorities with speed and accuracy.

* Meeting organization skills, including large group meetings, preferred.

* Capability to work extended hours on a periodic basis, including the potential for occasional overnight travel.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including phone skills.

* Must be able to operate proactively and anticipate future needs or obstacles before they arise.

* Must be able to multi-task and work with and for diverse customers with varying leadership styles.

ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is constantly required to sit. The employee may occasionally squat, turn/twist, or reach. The employee is constantly using hands to: finger, handle, feel or operate objects, and computer keyboards. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk, hear, and smell.

The employee must frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment consists of an indoor, work or home office environment with good ventilation, adequate lighting, and low noise levels.

The duties listed in job descriptions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING

External hiring into this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check and possible credit history review.

The hourly rate or salary range for this role is $47,100 - $64,800.00. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Colorado.

This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

You can apply for this role through the Careers Page at https://jobs.danaher.com/global/en/ (or through the Workday Find Jobs function if you are a current employee)

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.