American Electric Power

Executive Administrative Assistant

American Electric Power  •  $63k - $79k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

Job Posting End Date

07-06-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Provides high-level administrative support to assigned Executives, with primary responsibility for calendar management, travel coordination, expense processing, and light office management. Maintains a close, highly responsive working relationship with the executives and their team, anticipating needs and resolving logistical issues before they escalate. Works independently under general supervision, exercises sound judgment within the scope of authority, and consistently safeguards confidential information related to high-level executive plans and decisions affecting Company operations.

What you’ll do:

  • Calendar and scheduling management.Own the executive's calendar endto end. Schedule, reschedule, and prioritize meetings across multiple time zones, resolve conflicts proactively, and ensure the executive is prepared with agendas, materials, and context ahead of each meeting.
  • Travel coordination.Plan and book complex domestic and international travel, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and itineraries. Anticipate disruptions, manage last-minute changes, and ensure all travel aligns with company policy and the executive's preferences.
  • Expense and reimbursement management.Prepare, submit, and track expense reports and reimbursements accurately and on time. Reconcile corporate card activity,maintainreceipts and documentation, and follow up on outstanding items.
  • Light office management.Support day-to-day office needs such as ordering supplies, coordinating with facilities and IT, assistingwith onsite meetinglogistics, greeting visitors, and helping keep shared spaces organized and functional.
  • Communicationsand correspondence.Screen calls, emails, and visitors. Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, and presentations from general instructions. Relay messages and instructions on behalf of the executive and follow up on pending items to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
  • Document and information management.Inspect documents, calculations, and materials flowing through the executive office for accuracy and consistency. Establish and maintainorganized digital and physical filing systems for quick retrieval.
  • Policy awareness and judgment.Stay current on Company policies and practices relevant to the executive office and make day-to-day administrative decisions within the limits of approved programs.

What we’re looking for:

Education:High school graduate or equivalent education and/or experience. Some college and/or office administration training is desirable.

Work Experience:Five or more years of diversified administrative experience supporting senior leaders, with demonstratedstrength in calendar management, executive travel coordination, and expense processing.

Technical Proficiency:High proficiencyacross Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlookisrequired Comfort learning and adopting new tools quickly (e.g., expense, travel, and collaboration platforms) is expected.

Core Attributes:

  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Proactive and anticipatorymindset;identifiesneeds before being asked.

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities.

  • Professional discretion and consistent handling of confidential information.

  • Clear,concisewrittenand verbal communication.

  • Service-oriented and collaborative working style.

Other Requirements:Physical demand level is Sedentary.

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At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$63,496.00 - $79,369.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

American Electric Power

About American Electric Power

Our team at American Electric Power is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We are investing $54 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 16,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 225,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 29,000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia and West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Columbus, OH
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
aep.com
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