Job Description:
Primary Responsibility
Under the direction of a Campus Vice President, Unit Chief, or
other Executive Officer, the Executive Administrative Assistant
provides direct administrative support, oversight, communications
coordination, and data on a broad range of issues that are
sensitive, confidential and/or complex in nature. Duties are
performed at a fully operational level, using either established
standard guidelines and/or procedural methods, or improvising
solutions and alternatives.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position.
Examples may include a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited
institution and three years related work experience; or Associate’s
Degree and five years related work experience, or High School
Diploma/GED and seven years related work experience, or equivalent
education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge,
skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position. E
xperience working with budgets, purchasing orders, accounts,
preferred
Knowledge of variety of standard administrative and business
methods and procedures; project management; English composition;
standard Microsoft Office software, and familiarity with other
automated systems, software, and office equipment.
Ability to: work independently and set priorities; coordinate and
monitor projects and activities; multi-task; meet deadlines; deal
with sensitive, confidential and/or difficult situations;
communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and
maintain cooperative working relationships; read, write, speak, and
understand English well; operate variety of office equipment;
proficient in computer applications, including word processing,
spreadsheets, and electronic mail; demonstrate analytical and
problem solving skills; and ability to maintain strict
confidentiality using good judgment; discretion and tact.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles
reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams,
cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They
guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right
fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member
in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working
effectively with students, employees, and community members of all
backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities
preferred.
Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their
assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College
further expects employees to accurately report their work location
at all times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to
ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information
security, and operational requirements.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants
must be authorized to work in the United States without the need
for current or future sponsorship.
Hiring range = $61,318.40 - $68,140.80 ($29.48 - $32.76 hourly)
annual salary depending upon a combination of education and
experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition
reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources,
healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be
available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and
availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage
progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s
skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary
will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s
qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work
Act.
Position anticipated to close on October 2, 2026 or until
filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Duties
- Serves as the primary staff person and liaison for a senior
executive, providing administrative support, communications,
research, and troubleshooting services for a variety of complex and
unique situations.
Makes high-level contacts of a sensitive nature requiring
in-depth knowledge, initiative, discretion, diplomacy, and sound
judgment.
Oversees and ensures administrative operations function
smoothly and effectively in support of campus and departmental
objectives.
Monitors and tracks campus and/or departmental operating
budgets and expenditures; prepares financial reports and
reconciliations; identifies variances; and works collaboratively
with campus leadership and the Fiscal Manager to support effective
budget management and fiscal stewardship.
Serves as the primary campus and/or departmental purchasing
officer, overseeing procurement activities for instructional,
operational, facilities, and programmatic needs. Coordinates the
acquisition of goods and services; obtains quotes; processes
purchase requests; reviews purchasing documentation and invoices;
maintains procurement records; develops vendor relationships;
ensures compliance with College purchasing policies and procedures;
and collaborates with the Fiscal Manager to ensure accurate account
coding, financial reporting, and fiscal accountability.
Responds to inquiries from faculty, staff, students, and the
public.
Independently investigates issues and problems; drafts
responses; identifies and refers matters to appropriate staff for
action; and provides follow-up as needed.
Arranges, coordinates, and maintains schedules and calendars;
monitors and tracks deadlines.
Coordinates meetings, events, projects, activities, and
conference calls.
Provides staff support for meetings by preparing background
information and briefing materials; taking, preparing, and
disseminating minutes; and coordinating follow-up actions.
Prepares, edits, and composes correspondence, reports,
presentations, and other communications.
Maintains records, files, and confidential information in
accordance with College requirements and record retention
standards.
Makes travel arrangements and prepares and coordinates
reimbursements.
Acts as gatekeeper and liaison for the senior College
executive, ensuring effective communication and coordination with
internal and external constituents.
Performs research; compiles and summarizes information; and
participates in the development and implementation of systems,
special projects, programs, processes, reports, and
publications.
Fosters positive relationships with internal and external
constituents regarding College programs, activities, policies, and
procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
This position receives direction from a College Vice President,
Unit Chief, or Campus Vice President.
Supervisory Responsibility
May supervise other staff.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including motor
vehicles records report will be required. Incumbents in this
position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of
Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. May
require travel within the college district, altered work schedule
and/or occasional evenings/weekend hours.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking,
standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling;
frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements;
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50
lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to
reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is
performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and
driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified
individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist
individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation
requests related to employment, including completing the
application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment
testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to
perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation
does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and
require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive
experience applying or interviewing for this position, please
direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources,
benefits@coloradomtn.edu
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic
nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of
typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all
positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor
does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.
Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the
ongoing needs of the organization.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the
institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental
stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations,
and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns
with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not
to compromise the needs of future generations.