Executive Assistant Benton Harbor, MI

Executive Assistant

We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Superintendent in Michigan. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a candidate with relevant experience who can manage competing priorities, handle sensitive matters with discretion, and serve as a dependable partner in a visible leadership office. The role supports executive operations, board-related coordination, and communication with internal and external stakeholders in a mission-driven non-profit environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day administrative functions of the Superintendent's office to ensure smooth operations and timely follow-through on priorities.
• Manage a complex executive calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics for appointments, events, and leadership engagements.
• Arrange travel plans, prepare itineraries, and handle related details for business trips and off-site meetings.
• Support Board of Education activities by organizing meeting materials, coordinating schedules, and assisting with governance-related logistics.
• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other executive documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Serve as a key point of contact for stakeholders, responding tactfully to inquiries and helping maintain productive relationships across the community.
• Handle confidential information with sound judgment while protecting the integrity and privacy of executive matters.
• Track multiple projects and deadlines, anticipate emerging issues, and escalate concerns appropriately to support informed decision-making.