Job Information
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY Executive Assistant in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Pay Range: $66,300.00 - $99,500.00
Job Description
About the Role:
As an Executive Assistant at WGU, you'll play a key role in managing high-level administrative functions, representing the university to internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring smooth operations for our executive team. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and excel at maintaining professionalism and confidentiality, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact!
What You Will Do:
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Act as the trusted bridge between senior leadership and various internal/external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and fostering relationships across the university.
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Manage executive calendars, schedule meetings, and organize domestic and international travel, ensuring every detail is in place for smooth operations.
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Organize meetings, conferences, and special events. From preparing agendas to tracking action items, you'll ensure all logistics run smoothly.
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Manage sensitive information with discretion, keeping both physical and electronic files organized and accessible.
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Draft and edit emails, reports, and presentations, representing senior leadership with professionalism and accuracy.
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Oversee daily office functions, manage supplies, coordinate equipment, and assist with budget tracking and financial transactions.
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Support special projects, conduct research, and provide data analysis to assist in decision-making and drive organizational success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities You'll Need:
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Strong analytical skills with experience working with data to identify trends.
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Ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion.
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Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail and follow-through.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate concepts effectively.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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Excellent time management and flexibility to work outside of regular hours when needed.
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Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Associate's Degree or equivalent relevant experience.
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A minimum of 4 years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience. (Generally, 1 year of experience is considered... For full info follow application link.
Western Governors Univeristy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state r local law.