Executive Assistant

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to serve an important and highly public role in the Office of the Vice President for Civic Engagement and Opportunity, providing expert administrative support to the VP in a demanding, fast-paced environment. The Executive Assistant will communicate and interact with the senior leadership of the university, including the president, vice presidents, deans, directors and their respective staff, as well as important external constituents. The Executive Assistant must be highly proactive and demonstrate the ability to work independently. The successful candidate will be able to prioritize effectively, take an energetic approach to work assignments and take initiative in anticipating the needs of the VP and his/her leadership team. As a professional representative of the Office for Civic Engagement and Opportunity, the candidate must be committed to responsiveness, customer service, excellence and teamwork. The Executive Assistant will deal regularly with highly sensitive, privileged and confidential subject matter. This position requires discretion and exercising considered judgement in all conversations, handling of materials, etc.