Executive Assistant

Part-time, in-person (Provo, Utah) — trial period with path to full-time role in 2027 About the Role Timpanogos Hiking Co. ("Escape the Noise") is a fast-growing Utah outdoor brand with a physical store and a loyal, growing following. We're looking for a highly capable, dynamic, hard-working right hand to the CEO — someone who can help run our store and team with leadership, organization, and become the reliable "front door" for the business as it scales. We are looking for someone who wants to be here long term and help us build something incredible. This is a rare kind of role. You'll start part-time as a trial to make sure it's the right mutual fit — with a clear path to a full-time position in 2027 for the right person. Why This Role This is a true ground-floor opportunity with a brand that's building real momentum. Timpanogos Hiking Co. is built around helping people escape the noise and reconnect and that mission shows up in our culture and our community, not just our marketing. You'll get to build something meaningful alongside a founder who's invested in your growth, join early, and grow as the business grows. What You'll Do Help CEO with day-to-day operational tasks. Direct staff, handle day-to-day decisions, and keep operations running smoothly and efficiently (POS and daily operations are trainable; all staff learn this). Report/coordinate with CEO regularly. Someone who can figure things out. Oversee part-time staff. Schedules, accountability, onboarding new hires, and being the first line for staff issues. Be the founder's gatekeeper. First point of contact for anyone trying to reach the founder — filter, triage, and handle what doesn't need their direct attention. Help the CEO with organization, schedule, and correspondence. Help fine-tune internal systems — fulfillment, budgets, and SOPs — as the business scales. Help handle logistics for events, trade shows, and store needs. Who You Are Highly organized with strong follow-through — nothing falls through the cracks on your watch A natural leader people want to be directed by — comfortable holding a team accountable, while maintaining our culture A fast learner, comfortable picking up new systems, including Shopify, Redo, and AI (Claude, ChatGPT, etc) A true "Swiss army knife" — able to handle a lot of different things while keeping the bigger picture in view Looking for a long-term role and excited to grow with a small, fast-growing brand — not just take a job Drawn to mission-driven work and genuinely energized by being part of a tight-knit team and community Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., email, calendars, spreadsheets, and document management software). Previous experience supporting leadership or working in a small business environment is beneficial. Interest in outdoor activities and alignment with the company’s mission around nature and wellbeing is a plus. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred Prior business and/or administrative experience preferred Compensation & Growth $14–15/hour to start, 29 hours/week (trial period) Clear path to a full-time role in 2027 for the right fit Raises and expanded responsibility as trust and business growth build This starting rate reflects the trial period. Pay and scope grow quickly for the right person #J-18808-Ljbffr