"Executive Assistant"

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, and backup to other positions within the Human Resources Department, works independently performing a wide range of complex and confidential administrative, clerical and budgetary duties. Provides high-level administrative support; as well as performing a wide variety of highly responsible tasks and confidential work associated with Human Resources. This individual must possess exceptional organizational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, independent decision-making skills, a very professional demeanor, and proficiency in the use of the latest in technology.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of three years related experience in an administrative role reporting directly to upper management.
• A minimum of two (2) years of accounting and/or budgeting experience.
• Experience with word processing, database management, spreadsheets, graphics and presentation software, electronic calendar, email and other applications.
• Experience with keyboarding, composing and editing letters, memoranda and reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent editorial skills.
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage deadlines.
• Ability to work well with upper management on highly confidential matters.
• Advanced Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills as demonstrated by a skills assessment.

About Oakland University

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.