Elite Executive Assistant to Dean | Strategic Admin Partner

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laney Graduate School (LGS) at Emory University seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Dean and Associate Dean in a fast-paced academic environment. This role manages complex calendars, coordinates meetings and travel, and prepares executive briefings and correspondence.

You will serve as a trusted partner across the Dean's Office, liaising with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders, and may supervise clerical staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications or a related field; three years of office administration or senior secretarial experience, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with various personal computer software applications.
• May require typing 60 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Handles meeting and conference logistics; prepares and monitors budgets and project proposals; researches and compiles information for reports and presentations.
• Maintains calendar for executives; coordinates domestic or foreign travel arrangements.
• Reviews incoming correspondence and forwards or responds as appropriate.
• Leads meetings and develops recommendations and action plans.
• Assists in administration and interpretation of policies and procedures; may supervise clerical staff.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Executive support

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Laney Graduate School (LGS) at Emory University seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Dean and Associate Dean in a fast-paced academic environment. This role manages complex calendars, coordinates meetings and travel, and prepares executive briefings and correspondence.

You will serve as a trusted partner across the Dean's Office, liaising with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders, and may supervise clerical staff.