Executive Assistant, Strategy Office

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Job Summary

The Executive Assistant will support the Chief Strategy Officer and assist in the growth of the Strategy office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities and contributing to the overall efficiency of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's Degree and five (5) or more years of proven experience as an executive assistant to a senior executive, or in a similar administrative role. 

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented and proactive.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask.

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

This position offers the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule with time divided between work from home and work from office.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required (10% or less)

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $70,000 - $80,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.