Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – #000527 Position Summary: The Executive Assistant provides high‑level administrative, operational, and personnel support to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and the college. This on‑site position in Cullowhee, NC supports daily operations of the office, coordinates faculty and personnel processes, and serves as a resource for departments across the college. Key duties include managing the Dean’s and Associate Dean’s calendars, supporting faculty searches, personnel actions, contracts, tenure, promotion, and related college processes; ensuring records, deadlines, communications, and workflows are completed accurately and on time; maintaining college files and student‑worker supervision; and managing the College of Arts & Sciences website and social media feeds. Key Responsibilities Maintain the Dean’s and Associate Dean’s calendars and support other scheduling needs. Assist with faculty searches, employment contracts, tenure, promotion, reappointment, and committee work. Coordinate college‑wide faculty and personnel processes, including record keeping and deadline management. Support Department Heads Council meetings, including minute taking. Maintain faculty personnel and college files. Supervise student workers. Manage the College of Arts & Sciences website and social media feeds. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Advanced organizational, prioritization, and time‑management skills. Advanced interpersonal and written communication skills. Sound judgment, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work effectively as a team member and use standard computer applications. Minimum Qualifications Applicants may qualify by meeting one of the following education or experience requirements: High school diploma or equivalency and three years of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience; Associate’s degree in secretarial science, business administration, or a related discipline and one year of progressively responsible administrative/office management experience; Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be earned from appropriately accredited institutions. Compensation & Employment Salary range: $37,306 – $86,062 Anticipated hiring range: $53,978 Position type: Permanent Full‑Time Hours per week: 40 Months per year: 12 Salary grade: 64 (journey level) Eligibility Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employer Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, or National Guard or veteran status. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process should contact the university’s application assistance line. #J-18808-Ljbffr