Executive Assistant

Title

Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

University of North Texas - Dallas

DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

DAL-Office of the Provost

DAL-Office of the Provost-500100

Dallas

Commensurate with experience

1.000000

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all.

We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

The Provost Office and Academic Affairs are the core of the University of North Texas at Dallas academic institution. UNT Dallas is home to instructors who combine scholarship and real-world professional experiences in the fields of business, counseling, education, human services, law and more.

The Executive Assistant to the Provost provides high-level administrative support to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. The role is critical in ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the provost’s office, acting as a liaison between the Provost, University leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders. The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing advanced specialized professional administrative support to the Provost while managing daily administrative tasks, handling sensitive information, and coordinating special projects to support the mission and goals of the University of North Texas at Dallas.

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of highly responsible and varied office administration or business management experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Advanced MS Office skills.
• Knowledge of accounting/budgeting procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure, to adjust to constant changes, to handle multiple tasks, and to coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to keep complex records, to assemble and organize data of complex nature, and to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats.
• Ability to conceptualize, plan and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively.
• Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness.
• Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.
• Supervisory skills.

• Academic Affairs Background.

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• Serves as an advisor, offering insights and feedback when appropriate, based on a deep understanding of the Provost’s priorities and the University’s objectives. Adapts quickly to a fast-paced environment and effectively responds to last-minute changes to plans, including rescheduling meetings, modifying travel itineraries, or handling unexpected urgent matters.
• Coordinates the collection and analysis of data and the preparation of materials for meetings and conferences. Conducts…