Associate Executive Assistant

Req Id: 31725

Job Title: Associate Executive Assistant

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Associate Executive Assistant will provide a wide range of administrative support for the Department Head of Biochemistry. In this role, you will maximize the effectiveness of department operational processes and communications, serve as a liaison with multiple contacts internal and external to the University and facilitate communication, plan events, draft and edit various documents, schedule meetings and manage executive's calendar. In addition, you will coordinate special projects involving independent research and work with all levels of internal management and staff.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conserve senior leader or executive's time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence

• Maintain executive's calendars, schedule complex meetings, prepare agendas, arrange travel, and ensure support materials are prepared and available

• Exercise discretion and independent judgment to collect and analyze information requests and identify trends

• Monitor operating budget and maintain financial records for administrative support operations

• Update and maintain databases, websites, and mailing lists

• May mentor and train lower level support staff

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.

• 1 year of experience in a senior or lead administrative support role or equivalent experience

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered (Associate's degree + 3 years of experience; HS/GED + 5 years of experience)

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to handle frequent interruptions, balance multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality

• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail

• Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.

• Skilled in collaborating and communicating to build relationships with individuals at all levels within and external to the university to support department needs

• Skilled in interpreting policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues

• Ability to identify problems, generate ideas for improvement, and implement or recommend solutions

• Ability to use discretion and independent judgment to make sound decisions balancing facts, priorities, and possible outcomes

• Ability to use discretion regarding when to involve the senior leader or Executive, when to resolve issues independently, or when to engage others

What We'd Like You to Know:

• Learn more about Purdue's benefits summary, https://bit.ly/3sHGbls

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

• A Background Check is required for employment in this position

• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)

• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period

• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

What You'll Get in Return:

All university employees are afforded a generous benefits package, https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/index.php, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. As part of Purdue University's expansive employee benefit package, the University is proud to offer its employees the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance by offering a tuition remission opportunity at both Purdue University and Purdue Global.

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Posting Start Date: 5/16/24