Executive Admin Lead, Health & Housing Initiative

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston seeks an experienced administrative professional to support a high‑level executive within a new university initiative. This role operates in a start‑up environment, shaping culture, operations, and partnerships across campus and community partners.

Successful candidates will coordinate complex calendars, arrange travel, draft communications, and coordinate cross‑functional activities while supporting senior leadership in a fast‑paced setting that emphasizes collaboration,

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree and at least 5 years of directly job-related experience.
• Experience in analytical, technical, or professional disciplines is valued.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the daily schedule of the COM executive with internal and external parties.
• Maintain appointment and meeting schedules and calendar.
• Arrange travel and screen incoming calls; manage mail and correspondence.
• Draft routine responses to correspondence as needed.
• Supervise projects in the executive's office.
• Prepare information for discussions with executive staff and external stakeholders.
• Possibly supervise secretarial staff and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Education

4-year degree

Job description

University of Houston seeks an experienced administrative professional to support a high‑level executive within a new university initiative. This role operates in a start‑up environment, shaping culture, operations, and partnerships across campus and community partners.

Successful candidates will coordinate complex calendars, arrange travel, draft communications, and coordinate cross‑functional activities while supporting senior leadership in a fast‑paced setting that emphasizes collaboration,