Executive Assistant & Board/CEO Support (Hybrid)

Education Week; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Education Week in Bethesda, MD is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant & Office Manager to support the President & CEO and oversee the Bethesda office. This role combines high‑level administrative duties with office operations to ensure smooth daily activities and strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of executive support experience, strong communication skills, discretion, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive administrative experience, including support for senior or C-level leaders.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to interact with Board members and executives.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common workplace technology.
• Experience managing budgets, expenses, vendors, or office operations.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage the President & CEO’s complex calendar, meetings, travel, and expenses.
• Coordinate Board meetings, materials, and minutes.
• Oversee day-to-day office operations, supplies, vendors, and facilities.
• Support office events and company meetings.
• Handle confidential information and build cross‑org relationships.

Skills

Executive support

Organizational skills

Communication

Discretion

MS Office

Budget management

Travel readiness

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Education Week in Bethesda, MD is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant & Office Manager to support the President & CEO and oversee the Bethesda office. This role combines high‑level administrative duties with office operations to ensure smooth daily activities and strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of executive support experience, strong communication skills, discretion, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.