Executive Assistant
OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer. Support the CEO by maintaining the highest level of confidentiality; act as a liaison to the departmental, senior management team, and other stakeholders including the Board of Trustees.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide executive and administrative support to the CEO including proofreading, filing, and coordinating communications;
- Serve as the liaison and point of contact between senior management, the CEO, Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders;
- Manage the CEO’s calendar and schedules;
- Manage multiple other calendars for meetings;
- Coordinate and prepare materials for meetings, including Board of Trustees meetings;
- Answer and screen emails, calls, incoming mail, and in-person appointments for the CEO;
- Manage documents, including policies, and confidential information with appropriate discretion;
- Assist with special projects by coordinating resources and tracking progress;
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects, simultaneously, and follow-up on issues to ensure timely completion;
- Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for executive employees; including lodging, transportation, and accommodations;
- Assist with planning and executing school-wide events, including placing food and supply orders, coordinating decorations and setup, communicating with vendors, and providing onsite support during events.
- Manage the copy room and ensure that stationary supplies are fully stocked;
- Maintain the employee’s wellness room and ensure that its pantry is stocked.
ABILITY TO:
- Perform detailed administrative work with accuracy and timeliness;
- Ability to have precise attention to details;
- Analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action;
- Ability to be a team player but also work independently;
- Communicate effectively in English and demonstrate a high level of professionalism, interpersonal skills, and confidentiality in communications to all stakeholders;
- Knowledgeable of Google Suite, Microsoft Word and Excel; Tech-savvy;
- Create and update letters, forms, and templates as required;
- Take meeting notes, including attending Board of Trustees meetings and taking minutes when necessary;
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods;
- Lift up to 20 pounds occasionally;
- Complete additional assignments as required;
- Understand and support CAP’s Mission and Values.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A combination of education and/or experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.