Executive Assistant

Arizona International; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AZ Public Media (AZPM) in Tucson is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team. You will manage calendars, travel, meetings, and special events while handling multiple priorities with discretion.

The role also supports the Community Advisory Board, coordinates governance activities, and maintains confidential files. Strong writing, coordination, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in executive support or related roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the CEO and Leadership Team.
• Manage complex calendars, meetings, travel, and events while balancing priorities.
• Coordinate travel authorizations, itineraries, expenses, and related transactions.
• Prepare executive correspondence, briefs, reports, and meeting materials.
• Draft and edit communications with donors, community leaders, and university partners.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Written communication

Confidentiality

Project coordination

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint/Keynote

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Keynote

Google Workspace

Job description

Executive Assistant

Posting Number: req26595

Department: AZ Public Media Admin Svcs

Department Website Link: AZPM

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Executive Assistant provides specialized administrative, operational, and project support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Executive Leadership Team. This position manages executive operations, coordinates strategic initiatives, facilitates executive communications, and ensures the efficient operation of the Office of the CEO.

The Executive Assistant also serves as the primary administrative liaison to AZPM's Community Advisory Board (CAB), supporting board governance, communications, and community engagement activities. Additionally, the position maintains records and coordinates selected regulatory and licensing processes that support AZPM's broadcast operations in collaboration with responsible university and external partners.

This highly visible position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, initiative, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under moderate guidance while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

Executive Leadership Support:

• Provide executive-level administrative support to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team.
• Manage complex executive calendars, scheduling meetings, travel, speaking engagements, and special events while balancing competing priorities.
• Coordinate travel authorizations, itineraries, expense reimbursements, purchasing requests, and related administrative transactions.
• Prepare executive correspondence, presentations, briefing materials, reports, agendas, and meeting documentation.
• Draft and edit correspondence on behalf of executive leadership, including communications with donors, community leaders, university officials, and public media partners.
• Track executive priorities, action items, and strategic initiatives to ensure timely follow-up and completion.
• Support executive recruitment activities, including interview scheduling and candidate logistics.

Executive Office Operations:

• Coordinate Executive Leadership Team meetings, retreats, and strategic planning sessions.
• Prepare agendas, record meeting minutes, distribute action items, and monitor progress.
• Maintain confidential executive files, records, and correspondence.
• Coordinate executive visits involving donors, elected officials, University leadership, community partners, and media organizations.
• Assist in planning organizational events, donor receptions, ceremonies, and executive functions.
• Maintain administrative systems and office procedures that support executive operations and recommend process efficiencies.

Community Advisory Board Administration:

• Serve as the administrative liaison to AZPM's Community Advisory Board by:
• Coordinating board and committee meetings, including scheduling, logistics, agendas, meeting materials, minutes, and follow-up.
• Supporting the CEO and CAB Chair in developing work plans and meeting agendas.
• Maintaining board records, bylaws, membership rosters, attendance records, and committee assignments.
• Coordinating board member recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and recognition activities.
• Managing communications between board members and AZPM leadership.
• Supporting strategic planning, volunteer engagement, and community outreach initiatives.
• Maintain required board documentation and coordinate administrative processes in accordance with applicable FCC, Arizona Board of Regents, University of Arizona, and organizational requirements; clarify requirements with responsible offices when needed.

Communications and Administrative Services:

• Draft, edit, and proofread executive, donor, member, foundation, and organizational communications.
• Respond to executive office inquiries and maintain executive contact databases.
• Coordinate document routing, approvals, signatures, and confidential records management.
• Coordinate special projects and organizational initiatives assigned by executive leadership and provide status reporting.
• Provide work guidance and mentorship to assigned student workers or administrative support staff; coordinate administrative coverage as needed at the direction of leadership.

Regulatory and Corporate Administration:

• Maintain FCC-required public inspection files for all broadcast properties and respond to related public inquiries within established procedures.
• Coordinate FCC licensing documentation, ownership reports, and regulatory filings in collaboration with the Arizona Board of Regents and university officials.
• Maintain intellectual property and agreement records, including invention disclosures, original content licensing, retransmission agreements, content distribution contracts, and related documentation; track deadlines and route materials for review and approval.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to anticipate executive needs and work proactively with minimal supervision.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships across diverse constituencies.
• Demonstrated discretion, diplomacy, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration platforms.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of board governance practices.
• Familiarity with public media programs, FCC regulations, licensing, or regulatory compliance.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, nonprofit organizations, public media, or broadcasting.
• Experience supporting executive leadership teams.
• Experience coordinating community engagement and donor relations activities.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex executive calendars, travel, and confidential communications.
• Experience supporting governing boards, advisory boards, or executive committees.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Organizational Administration

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $28.56 - $35.70

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 8

Grade Range: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level: PC2

Job Family: Administrative Support

Job Function: Organizational Administration

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Target Hire Date: 11/23/2026

Contact Information for Candidates: Gene Robinson, [e-mail]

Open Date: 7/23/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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