Executive Assistant

Eastern Florida State College; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Executive Assistant on the Melbourne Campus in Melbourne, Florida.

As Executive Assistant, you will assist vice presidents with day-to-day tasks, exercise sound judgment, demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, and maintain excellent administrative and organizational skills. The role includes health insurance and a retirement plan as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution.
• Five years of related experience.
• Proficient with all Microsoft software.
• Valid Florida driver’s license required.
• Fingerprinting and a non-refundable fee of $36.
• Understanding of Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts required for consideration beyond the application phase.

Responsibilities

• Assist vice presidents with day-to-day tasks, exercising good judgment in diverse situations.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication and outstanding administrative and organizational skills.
• Maintain balance among multiple priorities.

Skills

Five years experience

MS Office

Written & verbal communication

Fingerprinting process awareness

Equal Opportunity understanding

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Of Human Resources

Position Title Executive Assistant - VP Operations/CFO, Melbourne

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Executive Assistant on the Melbourne Campus in Melbourne, Florida.

Salary & Benefit

The annual salary is $50,000. Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Position Concept

Assists vice presidents with day-to-day tasks while exercising good judgment in a diversity of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, exceptional administrative and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

• Associate’s degree from a regionally-accredited institution.
• Five years of related experience.
• Proficient with all Microsoft software.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.
• A review of Social Media activity will be part of the candidate evaluation process.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase. *

*High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications

• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop and stand.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.

Notes

Applications will be accepted from September 14, 2026, through September 28, 2026; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.

Contact Human Resources

Eastern Florida State College Human Resources 1519 Clearlake Road Cocoa, FL 32922 Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Florida Relay: 1-800-955-8770 Email: [e-mail]

Nondiscrimination Statement

Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age,race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veteran status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Accreditation Statement

Eastern Florida State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and associate degrees,as well as specialized certificate programs. Questions about the accreditation of Eastern Florida State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Collegesat 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on the SACSCOC's website.