EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

** Applications will be received until August 1, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **   About this job:
Provides division level confidential administrative support to deputy superintendents. Acts as a primary contact and coordinates and/or responds to questions regarding District-wide activities, policies and procedures. Coordinates meetings and activities with other departments, functions and outside agencies. Acts as a liaison with all levels of District staff and community representatives.

**The Executive Assistant must demonstrate a willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement. This role requires maintaining the highest level of confidentiality regarding all District matters, especially those involving the Superintendent, Chief of Staff, and the Board of Education. Ensuring trust and discretion is paramount to the success and integrity of this position.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $63,671 - $76,406
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.  For more information visit our New Employee Resources page. 

What You'll Do:

• Provides assistance and support by identifying and prioritizing incoming information and requests; delegates and/or directs issues to appropriate department or District personnel.
• Researches, collects and compiles data, prepares reports, financial analysis, surveys and other materials for the Assistant Superintendent, Cabinet members and District stakeholders.
• Serves as the primary contact person for administrative issues of a complex and confidential nature, drafts correspondence, and plans and prepares reports; makes decisions and takes action within agreed upon limits. 
• Compiles and tracks department projects and is responsible for planning, organizing and delegating to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the division. 
• Plans, organizes and schedules meetings and takes and publishes minutes and agendas; tracks, follows up on and coordinates action items until satisfactory completion. 
• Performs budgetary and accounting functions for department, such as monitoring annual budget, transferring budget monies, purchasing large ticket items, processing invoices and maintaining petty cash.  
• Organizes, tracks and participates in District, building or department special projects.
• Answers inquires and offers assistance to parental/community concerns in routine and non-routine matters using appropriate initiative; screens calls and refers as appropriate.
• May coordinate or direct the activities of department support staff, student aides, or volunteers.

  What You’ll Need:  

• Associate's Degree or relevant work experience is required.  
  Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field is preferred,
• Minimum of three (3) years of secretarial and administrative assistant experience, including experience assisting an executive of an organization.
• If using personal vehicle to conduct work business, must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
• Advanced verbal and written communication, interpersonal, time management, problem solving and report preparation skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of accounting, budget systems and math.
• Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies and department procedures, and direction from supervisor.
• Ability to champion the District's vision, educational advancement of its students, the Denver Plan and the District’s strategic goals.
• Advanced experience and proficiency with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office products (e.g. Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Bilingual skills i