Executive Assistant - $34-$44/hour - Washington, DC

Beacon Hill; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill, a well-established independent school, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Director of Middle and Upper School. This temporary-to-permanent role is on-site in Washington, DC, offering a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where you will manage complex calendars, travel, and high-level communications.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Google Workspace (Blackbaud a plus), and a proactive mindset leveraging

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• 5+ years of executive support or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong calendar management and event coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace; Blackbaud a plus.
• Tech-savvy with an interest in AI and leveraging technology to improve efficiency.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• High discretion with confidential information.
• Mission-driven, collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the Director of Middle and Upper School, managing complex calendars, scheduling, communications, travel, expenses, and special projects
• Coordinate school programs, parent conferences, grade-level trips, employee searches, and school-wide events
• Prepare meeting materials, presentations, notes, and communications while partnering with faculty, administrators, parents, and students
• Manage event logistics, catering, RSVPs, and school calendar planning
• Support school operations, faculty responsibilities, Front Office functions, and special initiatives as needed
• Serve as a proactive thought partner who can anticipate needs, improve processes, and manage multiple priorities independently

Skills

Calendar management

Event coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

AI awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Blackbaud

Job description

Executive Assistant - $34-$44/hour - Washington, DC (A1472581DC-Temp) Washington, District of Columbia

Salary: USD34 - USD44 per hour

Our client, a well establishes independent school is seeking an Executive Assistant to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis in Washington, D.C.

About The Job:

• Provide high-level support to the Director of Middle and Upper School, managing complex calendars, scheduling, communications, travel, expenses, and special projects
• Coordinate school programs, parent conferences, grade-level trips, employee searches, and school-wide events
• Prepare meeting materials, presentations, notes, and communications while partnering with faculty, administrators, parents, and students
• Manage event logistics, catering, RSVPs, and school calendar planning
• Support school operations, faculty responsibilities, Front Office functions, and special initiatives as needed
• Serve as a proactive thought partner who can anticipate needs, improve processes, and manage multiple priorities independently

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required
• 5+ years of executive support, project management, or administrative experience preferred
• Strong calendar management, event coordination, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace required; Blackbaud experience is a plus
• Tech-savvy with an interest in AI and leveraging technology to improve efficiency
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving skills
• High emotional intelligence, strong attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information
• Mission‑driven, collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment

About The Position:

• Start Date: ASAP!
• $34-$44/hr
• 100% onsite
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Occasional evening and weekend hours required
• Free on-site and nearby parking available