Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) currently has a vacancy for an Executive Assistant within the Executive Directors Office of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This is a 260-day position, based out of the Educational Service Center in Downingtown, PA. The position serves as the primary executive administrative partner to the Executive Director, provides executive-level administrative support to the Assistant Executive Director as needed, and serves as Secretary to the CCIU Board of Directors. The role provides high-level executive office coordination, board governance support, and organizational continuity across all divisions of the Intermediate Unit. The position requires the exercise of independent judgment, discretion in confidential and legally sensitive matters, and active participation in executive-level administrative functions. The role maintains institutional knowledge critical to the organization's governance structure, operational rhythm, and executive decision-making processes.

Location: Based out of our Educational Services Center (ESC) at 455 Boot Road in Downingtown, PA

Schedule: Monday - Friday Work Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM, 7.5 work hours + 30 minute unpaid lunch

Exempt Status: Exempt position

Salaried or Hourly: Salary

Qualifications: Education and Experience Bachelor degree required. Minimum of 3-5 years of executive-level administrative experience preferred, including experience supporting senior leadership and/or a governing board. Annual Pennsylvania Notary certification required within 6 months of hiring

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Executive Office Leadership & Operations
• Executive-Level Coordination & Support
• Strategic Communication & Documentation
• Board Governance & Corporate Secretary Functions
• Compliance, Legal, & Regulatory Oversight
• Organizational Planning & Systems Coordination
• Stakeholder Engagement & Liaison
• Judgment, Initiative & Institutional Knowledge
• Confidentiality & Analytical Support

Salary Range (2026-2027) Project Staff, Level 14, Exempt, Salary - $68,981 - $86,227 annually *Placement on level is based upon experience in a similar position*

Project Staff Benefits: Excellent medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage at minimal cost to employee If medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage is not needed, generous opt-out payments available 1.5% of annual salary flexible benefit cash payment Life insurance in amount of 2.5x annual salary paid by CCIU Long-term disability insurance effective 31st day of illness/injury Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System Worker's Compensation AR Equal Opportunity Employer Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.