Senior Executive Assistant; SEA

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The Senior Executive Assistant (SEA) is not a traditional administrative role but a strategic partner and trusted advisor who plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission and priorities of the University. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Strategy and University Affairs, the SEA provides high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to both the University President and the Vice President of Strategy and University, ensuring the seamless execution of institutional goals, initiatives, and alignment across the university's top leadership.

The SEA is a vital force multiplier for the University's top leadership, enabling the President and Vice President to focus on strategic leadership, institutional growth, and community engagement.

• Time Guardian & Gatekeeper
  • Strategically manage the complex and intersecting calendars of the President and Vice President of Strategy and University Affairs.
  • Prioritize and coordinate appointments, meetings, university events, and travel.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for the Office of the President.
  • Develop systems to triage and prioritize requests requiring executive attention.
• Information Hub & Communicator
  • Manage the flow of internal and external communications, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timeliness.
  • Draft, review, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations for executive review.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, compile briefing materials, and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
  • Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Problem Solver & Strategist
  • Anticipate challenges and proactively identify solutions to support executive decision-making.
  • Align priorities between the President and Vice President of Strategy and University Affairs to ensure cohesive leadership.
  • Independently manage critical issues and projects with minimal supervision.
  • Provide strategic counsel based on a deep understanding of institutional goals and operations.
• Office Manager
  • Oversee the daily operations of the Office of the President and Vice President of Strategy and University Affairs.
  • Manage budgets and financial processes under the purview of the President and Vice President of Strategy and University Affairs.
  • Supervise administrative support personnel.
  • Coordinate logistics for high-level meetings, events, and special initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience supporting senior-level executives, preferably in higher education or a similarly complex organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

• Experience working in a university or public sector setting.
• Familiarity with executive-level governance, strategic planning, and institutional advancement.

• Unshakeable Judgment:
  Exercises discretion and maintains the highest level of confidentiality.
• Expert People
  
  Skills:
  
  Builds strong relationships with various stakeholders and navigates sensitive situations with diplomacy.
• Master-Level Organization:
  Manages multiple projects with precision, meeting all deadlines.
• Powerful Communication:
  Communicates clearly and professionally across all mediums.
• Strategic Influence:
  Navigates complex environments and builds consensus to drive initiatives forward.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• List of three professional references.

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