PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree from an accredited institution. Five to ten years of experience in higher education administration, executive support,
presidential operations, board relations, or a related field. Demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment, exercising
independent judgment, managing competing priorities, solving complex problems, and leading special projects with minimal supervision.
Experience supporting senior executives, governing boards, donors, elected officials, and external stakeholders is highly desirable.
REPORTING AUTHORITY: President of the College
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Student Workers, admins, and temporary
support personnel as assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve (12) month contract; serve at the pleasure of the President and
Board of Trustees.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Employment in this position is subject to a six (6) month probationary period.
During this period, the employee's performance and suitability for the position will be formally assessed. The President and/or designated
supervisor may recommend continuation, extension of the probationary period, reassignment, or separation from employment based upon
performance, conduct, attendance, and overall effectiveness. Successful completion of the probationary period does not constitute a
guarantee of continued employment or alter the employee's at-will employment status.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
Serve as the principal administrative and operational support professional to the President, ensuring the efficient and effective management
of the Office of the President.
2. Manage the President's complex calendar, appointments, meetings, travel arrangements, and
scheduling priorities.
3. Act as a trusted liaison between the President and internal and external constituents, including trustees,
faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, elected officials, and community leaders.
4. Screen and prioritize communications,
correspondence, visitors, and requests for presidential engagement.
5. Draft, edit, proofread, and coordinate executive
correspondence, reports, presentations, speeches, memoranda, and strategic communications.
6. Maintain highly confidential records,
files, and information with discretion and professionalism.
7. Coordinate all arrangements, materials, logistics, and communications
related to Board of Trustees meetings and committees as assigned.
8. Take and transcribe minutes of Board meetings and other
executive meetings as directed by the President.
9. Coordinate presidential events, donor meetings, community engagements,
commencements, and institutional ceremonies.
10. Conduct research, compile data, and prepare executive briefings and background
materials to support presidential decision-making.
11. Manage and execute special projects, strategic initiatives, and institutional
priorities assigned by the President.
12. Monitor project timelines, coordinate across divisions, and ensure timely completion of
executive assignments.
13. Anticipate operational challenges, recommend solutions, and proactively address issues before they
escalate.
14. Process purchase requisitions, travel authorizations, expense reports, and related administrative transactions.
15. Supervise, train, and evaluate student workers and assigned support personnel.
16. Represent the Office of the President with
professionalism, diplomacy, sound judgment, and exceptional customer service.
17. Perform other duties and responsibilities as
assigned by the President.
SALARY RANGE (FOR HR INTERNAL USE ONLY): $49,000 - $70,000 annually, commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
