Executive Assistant

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The Executive Assistant will provide high‑level, confidential executive support to the Division Vice President of the Pacific Division, serving as a trusted partner in managing priorities, communications, and the overall effectiveness of the executive office. In addition, they will anticipate needs by synthesizing information, preparing the Vice President for key decisions, and ensuring timely responses to matters requiring executive attention. The Executive Assistant represents the executive and the office with professionalism in meetings and cross‑functional interactions.

This individual will oversee a wide range of administrative, logistical, and operational responsibilities, applying deep knowledge of organizational policies and business practices. Manage sensitive information with absolute discretion, streamline administrative workflows, and relieve leadership of complex administrative tasks. Maintain polished, business‑focused communication and support the coordination, development, and guidance of volunteers and internal stakeholders.

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. This position is fully remote. Preferred candidate location:
Central Time Zone, with flexibility to collaborate and work according to Pacific Time business hours. Must be comfortable working outside of these hours to support executive needs. Occasional travel is expected a few times per year.

The salary range for this position is $30.52–$33.92/hr.

• Maintains executive’s calendar for meetings, appointments, travel, visits to field or operating units. Makes travel arrangements and prepares agenda for meetings. May prepare for high level meetings for which the executive’s office is responsible.
• Prepares memos, reports or correspondence for executive’s or own signature. Reviews correspondence for consistency with corporate policies and practices.
• Performs various research and analytical tasks on behalf of the executive regarding operational issues and initiatives. May administer a particular project and compile results or findings from multiple departments reporting to the executive.
• Reviews and screens calls for executive and ensure that appropriate follow up occurs.
• Coordinates office activities and communications on behalf of the executive.
• Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

Scope:
Extensive knowledge of the job. Wide and comprehensive acquaintance with all aspects of the job and the practical application to complex problems normally encountered. Contact with individuals representing other organizations or individuals of significant importance within organization.

• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree required.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Management
  
  Experience:
  
  N/A
• Skills & Abilities:
  Ability to work with various executive levels and across functional teams. Excellent verbal and written communication…