Executive Assistant

Stanbridge University is seeking a dynamic candidate with excellent organizational skills to be an Executive Assistant to the president of the university. The right candidate must be a highly motivated and organized individual, who can handle a variety of sensitive matters in a professional, mature, and discrete manner. The Executive Assistant acts as a key administrative contact and liaison for the president, assisting with day-to-day operations and contributing to the overall efficiency and success of the university.
Essential Functions:

• Organize and managing the executive's calendar, arranging meetings, conferences, and appointments, and ensuring that all parties are well-informed of the schedule.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including phone calls, emails, and messages, and respond on behalf of the president when needed.
• Provide administrative support to the executive, which may include drafting and proofreading
• documents, preparing presentations, creating reports, and conducting research as required.
• Build and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, partners, and colleagues. Acting as a representative of the executive in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and ensuring that all documentation and information is securely handled.
• Manage various tasks and projects assigned by the executive, ensuring their timely completion and effective execution.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar administrative role.
• Proficient in using productivity software tools such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong working knowlledge of MS Excel. An assesment will be given
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Professional and polished demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Keyboarding at 75 words per minute
• $65,000-$72,000 per year

Conditions of Employment:

• The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
• All employment offers are contingent upon completion of a background check

Work Environment:

• Standard office setting.
• Typically, duties are performed in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation.
• An incumbent is subject to contact with others, frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment and demanding timeline

Physical Demands:

• The incumbent regularly sits for long periods, walks short distances on a regular basis.
• Uses hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reaches with hands and arms; speaks clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; sees to read fine print and operate computer; hears and understands voices over telephone and in person; and lifts, carries, and/or moves objects weighing up to 10 pounds

We Offer:

• Professional opportunities in a growing organization.
• An organization that values and appreciates its employees.
• A highly competitive pay and benefits package
• A strong community service culture.

Stanbridge University is an equal opportunity employer with values and appreciation for its employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person