Executive Assistant to Dean

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Executive Assistant to the Dean of the Wharton School

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Wharton School Overview
Founded in 1881 as the world’s first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students.

Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education’s individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a dynamic community of staff, bringing a wide range of skills, experiences, and perspectives. To learn more, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Reporting to the Dean and to the Chief of Staff and Associate Dean, the Executive Assistant provides proactive and professional executive-level support for the Dean of the Wharton School.

The primary responsibilities of this role are as follows:

• Serve as the primary manager of the Dean’s schedule and, working closely with the Chief of Staff, engage with Penn and Wharton partners and with external individuals and organizations that want to meet with the Dean about academic, administrative, development, and other goals and priorities.
• Strategically and proactively oversee, manage, and optimize the Dean’s complex schedule and activities. Anticipate and manage recurring and long-range commitments while also responding to real-time needs and opportunities, Vet and prioritize meeting requests and social invitations. Coordinate with partner offices to ensure appropriate planning, preparation, and follow-through, Prepare and/or secure background materials for all meetings.
• In partnership with the Chief of Staff, represent the Dean to internal and external constituents, including the President’s Office, Provost’s Office, Secretary’s Office, and other Penn and Wharton leadership, and members of Penn and Wharton boards. Maintain and grow positive relationships with key alumni, donor prospects, and thrie…