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The Senior Executive Assistant to the President provides high-level administrative and organizational support to the Association’s President.  This position performs a key role in ensuring the President is organized and positioned for the successful execution of Association priorities and initiatives. 

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain and Manage the President’s schedule, including:
  • Scheduling meetings and preparing all meeting materials in advance.
  • Managing, vetting and prioritizing inbound requests for meetings, briefings, speaking engagements, and other time commitments
  • Anticipating scheduling conflicts; prioritizing and communicating scheduling changes

• Arrange the President’s travel including securing transportation and accommodations
• Prepare detailed travel agendas for the President including the appropriate logistical information and briefing materials
• Process expenses for the President, ensuring accurate and timely submission
• Ensure the President is prepared for speaking engagements by drafting content and slide decks, talking points, and other detailed information.  Coordinate with internal staff to gather key information and data points
• Develop and prepare reports and presentations for internal and external meetings on behalf of the President
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external communication with the President.  Assess external inquiries directed to the President and determine the appropriate course of action
• Determine which tasks are the most urgent and need President’s attention. 
• Track the President’s action items and ensure timely response/approval of items from department heads
• Oversee the coordination and completion of key projects and initiatives
• Assist in the delegation of projects and tasks to the appropriate staff and ensure timely completion
• Identify opportunities, gather the most relevant information from individuals to build context, and present it to the President for a decision.

• Handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, confidentiality, and respect for privacy
• Manage staff project and task tracking with Monday.com

• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Four or more years of experience in an Executive Assistant role supporting C-Suite executives required
• Experience working in a professional office environment
• Exceptional customer relations skills and outgoing nature are essential
• High Level of Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) particularly in a support role
• Experience with office productivity tools and an aptitude for learning new platforms
• Ability to organize, prioritize, initiate and coordinate multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines
• Ability to work as a part of a fast-paced team, as well as work independently
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude and customer-oriented demeanor
• Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Detail oriented
• Desire for professional growth, development and a passion for earning success

Working Conditions

• In-office work a minimum of 3 days per week, with teleworking 2 days a week, subject to change.
• A professional, fast paced environment
• Some travel is required – all domestic
• Occasional work outside regular business hours
• A background check and privacy/non-disclosure agreement will be required

Please submit both a resume and cover letter for consideration.

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