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As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
This job description outlines the responsibilities and qualifications for the role of Administrative Assistant II, supporting the Vice President in the Global Submarine and International MOFN team. Here's a summary:
Key Contributions:
- Calendar management: Scheduling meetings, appointments, and calls.
- Travel coordination: Booking flights, accommodations, and preparing itineraries.
- Expense report preparation and compliance.
- Drafting and managing correspondence such as emails, memos, and presentations.
- Event and meeting organization, including logistics and material preparation.
- Operational dashboard/report creation and maintenance for activity insights.
- Handling confidential information with professionalism.
The Must-Have:
- Experience in administrative support, ideally in a corporate setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Capability to handle confidential information appropriately.
The Nice To Have:
- Experience with data management/reporting tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
- Multilingual skills or exposure to international business.
Pay Range:
The annual pay range for this position is $43,900 - $70,100 USD
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Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
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