Executive Assistant 1

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking an Executive Assistant 1 to provide complex and diversified administrative support with minimal supervision for a senior-level manager or chair. The role requires anticipating needs, solving problems, and independently handling issues as they arise.

The position may involve coordinating calendars, preparing materials, and coordinating with internal teams. Flexible work schedule is possible, including weekends, with emphasis on professional discretion and safety

Job description

Stanford University is seeking an Executive Assistant 1 to provide complex and diversified administrative support with minimal supervision. Anticipate the needs of senior-level manager or chair (subsequently referred to as “supervisor” for this document) and proactively solve problems and/or independently handle issues. May be responsible for leading other administrative staff or subordinates.

Physical Requirements*:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sitting.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Working Conditions:

May work flexible work schedule, including weekends.

Work Standards:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.