Executive Administrative Assistant
Capital UniversityAbout the role
Capital University is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Vice Presidents of Enrollment, Advancement, and Integrated Marketing and Communications. This pivotal role requires exceptional communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills, as well as the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. The Executive Assistant will manage the Vice President's schedule, communications, and office operations, and will play a key role in supporting the Strategic Enrollment Management, Advancement, and Integrated Marketing and Communications (IMC) divisions, including budget management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Executive Support: 50%
- Manage the Vice Presidents' complex calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
- Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and other documents as needed.
- Screen and prioritize incoming communications (phone, email, mail), ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
- Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, exercising diplomacy and professionalism at all times.
- Organize and maintain electronic and paper filing systems, ensuring easy access to information.
- Coordinate logistics for meetings, conferences, and events.
- Prepare expense reports and track reimbursements.
- Anticipate the needs of the Vice Presidents and proactively address administrative tasks.
- Budget Management: 20%
- Assist the Vice Presidents in the development and monitoring divisions' budgets
- Process invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents accurately and efficiently.
- Track expenditures against budget allocations and identify potential discrepancies.
- Prepare budget reports and analyses as requested.
- Liaise with the university's finance department on budget-related matters.
- Maintain organized budget records and documentation.
- Assist in the forecasting and planning of future budget needs.
- Project Management Support:10%
- Assist with the coordination of projects and initiatives within the divisions.
- Prepare and distribute communications to the respective teams.
- Maintain confidential student and applicant information with utmost discretion.
- Assist with the preparation of data and reports for Strategic Enrollment Management, Advancement, and IMC operations.
- Support the Vice Presidents in the execution of strategic goals.
- Office Management:10%
- Oversee the efficient operation of the Vice Presidents' offices.
- Manage office supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate with IT and facilities departments for any necessary maintenance or support.
- Other Duties as Assigned 10%
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience providing executive-level administrative support, preferably in a higher education setting.
- Proven experience with budget management, including tracking expenses, processing financial documents, and preparing reports.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with university policies and procedures is a plus.
For more information on Capital University, visit our website at www.capital.edu.
Capital University offers a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, family education benefits, short-term and long-term disability, l
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