Administrative Assistant - Provost's Office

Administrative Assistant 3 - Provost's Office

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Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state‑funded four‑year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in‑demand careers. EWU’s 300‑acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane.

Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy‑efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college‑bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24‑’25 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

At Eastern Washington University we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

We are currently seeking skilled and team‑oriented applicants for the Administrative Assistant 3–Provost’s Office. The Administrative Assistant 3 provides advanced administrative and office support to the Vice Provost, the Provost’s Office, and closely related units. This position manages complex projects, coordinates communication, prepares reports, and ensures the smooth daily operation of the office. The role requires independent judgment, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Essential functions include:

• Executive Administrative Support
• Office Operations and Coordination
• Communication and Liaison
• Event and Meeting Coordination
• Data and Information Management

Salary: $48,036 (minimum) – $55,584. Benefits include health insurance, disability insurance, retirement, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, access to campus workout facilities, free STA bus transportation, and fringe benefits.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 3 years of progressively responsible administrative experience
• Demonstrated experience in MS Office managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and preparing documents
• Proficiency in Google Workspace – ability to create, manage, and maintain shared drives, folders, documents, and spreadsheets
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Responsive, flexible approach supportive of universal access needs of students, faculty, staff and the public

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, or a…