Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant Job Description Position Title: Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant Position Summary: We are seeking a highly organized, dependable, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide both administrative and personal support to a business owner who is visually impaired. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted partner, helping manage daily operations, appointments, communications, travel arrangements, and personal tasks while ensuring accessibility and efficiency in all aspects of work and life. Key Responsibilities Administrative Support Manage calendars, appointments, meetings, and scheduling. Screen, organize, and respond to emails and correspondence. Coordinate phone calls, conference calls, and virtual meetings. Prepare, edit, and format documents, reports, and presentations. Maintain records, files, and business documentation. Assist with invoicing, expense tracking, and basic bookkeeping tasks. Coordinate with clients, vendors, contractors, and team members. Handle business-related research and special projects. Accessibility Support Read and summarize printed materials, documents, and correspondence. Assist with reviewing contracts, forms, and business paperwork. Help ensure digital documents and communications are accessible and organized. Provide verbal descriptions of materials, presentations, or environments as needed. Support the use of assistive technology and accessibility tools. Personal Assistance Manage personal calendar, appointments, and reminders. Coordinate travel arrangements, transportation, and accommodations. Handle personal errands, shopping, and service appointments. Assist with household management and vendor coordination. Organize personal records and important documents. Support daily planning and prioritization of tasks. Communication Management Serve as a liaison between the executive and clients, staff, and business contacts. Draft professional correspondence and follow-up communications. Maintain confidentiality regarding business and personal matters. Monitor and prioritize urgent requests and deadlines. Qualifications High school diploma required; Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities. Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Professional, trustworthy, and discreet with confidential information. Comfortable assisting an individual with visual impairment and willing to learn accessibility best practices. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred. Desired Skills Experience supporting small business owners or executives. Familiarity with screen readers and accessibility technology. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment. Work Environment Combination of office, and local errand-related responsibilities. May occasionally require evening or weekend availability for urgent matters or travel coordination. Compensation Competitive compensation based on experience. Mileage reimbursement (if applicable). Paid time off and other benefits as offered by the employer. This position requires a high level of professionalism, discretion, initiative, and a genuine desire to support both the professional and personal success of the business owner. #J-18808-Ljbffr