Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer

Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Position Classification Title Executive Assistant

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Position Class

Position Class 89846

Position Overview

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Join the Ramily! Winston-Salem State University ( WSSU ) is a distinguished institution that combines academic excellence, community engagement, and a commitment to fostering student success. We are proud to be North Carolina’s only university to earn the distinguished designation of Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications of Higher Education and the American Council on Education ( ACE ). WSSU is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles through rigorous programs in health sciences, business, education, and the humanities.

Known for its supportive environment, the university fosters a close-knit community that nurtures both professional and academic excellence. Situated in Winston-Salem, North Carolina—known as the City of Arts and Innovation, WSSU provides students with opportunities to engage in a dynamic mix of professional, social, and cultural experiences. Winston-Salem is home to thriving arts, healthcare, and technology sectors, offering both students and faculty unique collaboration opportunities and professional development pathways.

With its beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and dedication to fostering personal and professional growth, Winston-Salem State University is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn. Find information about our current benefits and retirement options, our holiday schedule, and other discounts and perks at the links below:
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Winston-Salem State University is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer.

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer provides high-level administrative, organizational, financial, and operational support to the Chief Operating Officer ( COO ) and the Office of the Chief Operating Officer/Division of Finance and Administration. The position serves as the principal administrative support professional to the COO and provides coordinated administrative support to the Deputy Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Chief Financial Officer as directed by the COO .

The Executive Assistant serves as a liaison between the Office of the Chief Operating Officer/Division of Finance and Administration and University leadership, employees, students, vendors, the UNC System Office, state agencies, and members of the public.

In addition to traditional executive administrative responsibilities, the position provides hands-on business and administrative support during periods of significant operational demand. This includes assisting Auxiliary Services and other operating units during semester opening, student move-in, major campus events, Homecoming, Commencement, and other periods when additional administrative and business support is necessary to ensure effective University operations.

• Maintains the COO’s calendar, schedules appointments, coordinates meetings, prioritizes requests, and manages scheduling among multiple internal and external constituencies.
• Coordinates travel arrangements, travel authorizations, itineraries, registrations, reimbursements, and related administrative requirements for the COO and, when assigned, the Deputy COO and Deputy CFO .
• Reviews incoming correspondence, requests, documents, and communications; determines appropriate routing and priority; and ensures matters…