Executive Assistant

Executive AssistantThe primary purpose of the Executive Assistant (EA) is to assist the Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer with administrative functions that span the entire scope of IT operational activities. The EA is the manager of administrative operations for the office of the Vice Chancellor and CIO and liaison for human resource activities for the division. The position interfaces with the Vice Chancellor's direct reports, cabinet members, and board of trustee members, senior executives, deans, students, faculty, staff, the community and vendors. A high degree of computing skills is necessary, including the use of the Internet and MS Office Suite as well as campus administrative systems. The position demands a high degree of trust, confidentiality and integrity due to the sensitive nature of work. The EA trains, manages and coordinates activities as it relates to the office of the Vice Chancellor/CIO and provides direction and assistance to all DoIT division directors, managers, supervisors and staff, on matters concerning division and human resource policies, practices and procedures. The EA makes decisions regarding general and HR issues in the absence of the Vice Chancellor as well as makes standard recommendations to the Vice Chancellor regarding standard policies, practices and procedures. The EA serves as back up to the Associate Vice Chancellor for EPAHR matters. The EA provides checks and balances for the DoIT accounting area in matters related to payroll and division purchases. The effective and efficient operation of the office of the Vice Chancellor is a key element of this position.Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.