"Senior Administrative Assistant"

Job Description

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

The Opportunity

The Senior Administrative Assistant to the Dean supports the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) at the Daytona Beach campus. The College of Arts and Sciences currently serves over 1000 students in a broad range of majors and is continuing to experience enrollment growth and high research activity. COAS also serves as the main provider of the undergraduate general education program. In this context, the Senior Administrative Assistant to the Dean plays a critical role in advancing the mission of the College and creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can be successful. This is a position of significant responsibility and impact, with core leadership, organizational, and team-building components.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Associates degree or completion of 18+ months after high school. Undergraduate degree preferred

Required Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• 5-10 years senior executive administrative support preferably in the field of higher education
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications, Microsoft Windows and Adobe Pro
• Working knowledge of telecommunication software like Microsoft Team and Zoom
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to supervise, delegate, and track multiple projects
• Knowledge of basic accounting practices and terminology