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Executive Assistant

$25 per hour
We are seeking a professional, reliable, and adaptable Executive Assistant to provide direct support to two senior executives within the Dean’s Office. This is a primary backfill position covering a medical leave, starting ASAP, with a initial 2-to-3-month duration and potential to extend or transition into a permanent contract-to-hire role.

The ideal candidate thrives in a high-visibility, professional environment, handles sensitive information with complete confidentiality, and delivers exceptional service across all interactions—from students and university leadership to government officials.   Start Date: 2-3 months but potential to extend 

Qualifications & Experience
  • Experience: 3 to 5 years of administrative or executive assistant experience (higher education or Dean's Office experience is a plus).

  • Technical Proficiency: Fluent in both Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar).

  • Core Competencies: Exceptional time management, advanced calendaring abilities, and written communication skills.

  • Soft Skills: Pleasant demeanor, quick learner, highly team-oriented, punctual, and comfortable navigating complex, highly confidential academic environments.

salary: $25 - $27 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Executive Support & Calendaring: Manage complex schedules, coordinate time management, and prioritize daily agendas for two Dean's Office executives.

  • Communication & Correspondence: Draft, proofread, and prepare emails, official letters, and professional communications on behalf of leadership.

  • Travel & Meeting Prep: Organize domestic travel itineraries and prepare high-level meeting materials, agendas, and documentation for both small executive briefings and large-scale meetings.

  • Event Support: Assist with setup, execution, material assembly, and teardown for official campus and departmental events.

  • Office & Administrative Support: Manage front desk reception, handle incoming visitors and phone calls, maintain organized filing systems, and complete ad-hoc administrative duties as needed.

Skills
  • Maintaining Calendars
  • Written Communication
  • Handling Confidential Information
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google for Business Suite
  • Preparing Agendas
Qualifications
  • Years of experience: 3 years
  • Experience level: Experienced
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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Vacancy posted 22 days ago
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