Radford University
Sr Executive Assistant for Office of the President
Radford University, Radford, VA
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Sr Executive Assistant for Office of the President
Position Number
FA3660
Posting Number
AP00455P
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Is this position restricted?
No
Work Location
Radford
Division
Central Administration-40
College/Unit
Central Administration-E&G-400
Department
President, Office of the-40001
Hours Per Week
40
Months Per Year
12
Academic or Calendar Year
Calendar Year
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
If part time, enter Percent Time
Work Schedule
Normal Work Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Mon - Fri
Physical Demands
Posting Text
Contact Name for Applicant
Tracy Burcham
Contact Phone for Applicant
Education/experience
-Master's degree or bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Legal Studies, Public Administration, or a related field, with equivalent professional experience considered in place of a Master's degree.
-Paralegal Assistant certification may be given preference.
Job Summary
The Senior Executive Assistant for the Office of the President reports directly to the President and works closely with the leadership team to support the University's mission. This role provides critical support to the President, Legal Counsel, and Government Relations offices within the Office of the President. The incumbent will coordinate and monitor information flow, handle requests from students, staff, faculty, and external constituents and respond to these requests by conducting legal and other research, coordinating necessary documents, or scheduling meetings to resolve important matters. Key duties include managing the daily operations of the President's office, managing the President's and Legal Counsel's calendars, organizing various activities such as conference calls, internal and external meetings, speaking engagements, and ensuring all necessary meeting preparations-such as agendas, media, IT needs, room reservations, and catering-are efficiently handled. Additionally, the role includes preparing, reviewing, and finalizing various documents, including legal documents, from draft to final copy and supervising support staff member(s) within the Office of the President. As a member of the President's senior staff, the incumbent must handle highly sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Required Qualifications
-Extensive experience providing senior-level administrative support, demonstrating a track record of managing complex tasks and projects.
-Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, with proven experience in preparing, -reviewing, and finalizing various documents from draft to final copy.
-Strong time management skills and scheduling, including handling complex and sensitive functions with discretion and efficiency.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and calendaring software, as well as other related programs essential for administrative support.
-Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality in handling sensitive information and tasks.
-Proven high level of integrity and trustworthiness in managing sensitive and critical issues.
-Experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and teams.
Preferred Qualifications
-A minimum of two years of experience as a legal secretary or paralegal preferred.
-Supervisory experience preferred.
-Experience in performing legal research and analysis preferred.
-Experience drafting legal documents which may include but are not limited to court filings, legal memoranda, and legal correspondence preferred.
Hiring Range
$79,650 - $101,354
Posting Date
09/26/2024
Application Review Date
10/25/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Statement of Economic Interest is required
Statement of Economic Interest is required
Yes
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.radford.edu/postings/14900
Posting Details
Working Title
Sr Executive Assistant for Office of the President
Position Number
FA3660
Posting Number
AP00455P
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Is this position restricted?
No
Work Location
Radford
Division
Central Administration-40
College/Unit
Central Administration-E&G-400
Department
President, Office of the-40001
Hours Per Week
40
Months Per Year
12
Academic or Calendar Year
Calendar Year
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
If part time, enter Percent Time
Work Schedule
Normal Work Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Mon - Fri
Physical Demands
Posting Text
Contact Name for Applicant
Tracy Burcham
Contact Phone for Applicant
Education/experience
-Master's degree or bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Legal Studies, Public Administration, or a related field, with equivalent professional experience considered in place of a Master's degree.
-Paralegal Assistant certification may be given preference.
Job Summary
The Senior Executive Assistant for the Office of the President reports directly to the President and works closely with the leadership team to support the University's mission. This role provides critical support to the President, Legal Counsel, and Government Relations offices within the Office of the President. The incumbent will coordinate and monitor information flow, handle requests from students, staff, faculty, and external constituents and respond to these requests by conducting legal and other research, coordinating necessary documents, or scheduling meetings to resolve important matters. Key duties include managing the daily operations of the President's office, managing the President's and Legal Counsel's calendars, organizing various activities such as conference calls, internal and external meetings, speaking engagements, and ensuring all necessary meeting preparations-such as agendas, media, IT needs, room reservations, and catering-are efficiently handled. Additionally, the role includes preparing, reviewing, and finalizing various documents, including legal documents, from draft to final copy and supervising support staff member(s) within the Office of the President. As a member of the President's senior staff, the incumbent must handle highly sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
Required Qualifications
-Extensive experience providing senior-level administrative support, demonstrating a track record of managing complex tasks and projects.
-Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, with proven experience in preparing, -reviewing, and finalizing various documents from draft to final copy.
-Strong time management skills and scheduling, including handling complex and sensitive functions with discretion and efficiency.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and calendaring software, as well as other related programs essential for administrative support.
-Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality in handling sensitive information and tasks.
-Proven high level of integrity and trustworthiness in managing sensitive and critical issues.
-Experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and teams.
Preferred Qualifications
-A minimum of two years of experience as a legal secretary or paralegal preferred.
-Supervisory experience preferred.
-Experience in performing legal research and analysis preferred.
-Experience drafting legal documents which may include but are not limited to court filings, legal memoranda, and legal correspondence preferred.
Hiring Range
$79,650 - $101,354
Posting Date
09/26/2024
Application Review Date
10/25/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Statement of Economic Interest is required
Statement of Economic Interest is required
Yes
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.radford.edu/postings/14900