Executive Assistant, Government Relations (University Education Assistant 3)

University of Connecticut; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Connecticut is seeking an Executive Assistant to support Governmental Relations in a fast-paced, high-profile office at Storrs, CT. This role provides office management, calendar coordination, budget support, and confidential information handling under supervision of the Senior Director.

The incumbent will draft correspondence, organize meetings with senior officials, manage data in Excel and Word, and assist with events and reports while maintaining strong internal and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1–3 years’ experience in a responsible office support position.
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills with internal/external collaborators.
• Organizational skills with ability to resolve administrative problems independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience managing complex calendars and coordinating senior-level meetings.
• MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and ability to learn new software.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with university policies and procedures (preferred).
• Familiarity with the Connecticut General Assembly website and legislative process (preferred).
• Experience with event management (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Process administrative, business and personnel paperwork with signatory oversight.
• Monitor governmental relations events, meetings, hearings, and conferences.
• Draft/edit correspondence, testimony, and reports requiring policy knowledge.
• Coordinate administrative functions, arrange events, manage calendars, plan meetings and travel.
• Assist in budget management and monitoring.
• Handle sensitive information related to collective bargaining and other matters.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Interpersonal skills

Calendar management

Organizational skills

Communication

Budget awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Executive Assistant, Governmental Relations (University Education Assistant 3)

Apply now Search #: 499804
Work type: Full-time
Location: UConn Storrs
Categories: Administrative Services

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Senior Director of Governmental Relations and the University Education Assistant 1, this position independently provides office management and support services. The incumbent will assist in a variety of associated administrative, fiscal, staff support, and planning activities, budget administration and control, specialized record keeping and database management, and other projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes administrative, business and personnel paperwork; reviews and has signatory authority on paperwork for accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Monitors and stays informed of current governmental relations-related events, meetings, hearings, and conferences.
• Drafts and/or edits correspondence, testimony, and reports containing information which requires a knowledge of policies, procedures, and data sources.
• Assists in coordinating a wide range of administrative functions for the Office of Governmental Relations, including arranging special events, managing calendars, planning complex meetings, travel and itineraries in collaboration with faculty, staff and industry leaders.
• Assists in the management and monitoring of the approved budget.
• Assists in developing, communicating, and distributing sensitive and confidential information related to collective bargaining and/or other sensitive matters.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree with one to three years’ experience in a responsible office support position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills with experience developing strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with experience resolving administrative problems efficiently, effectively, and independently.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Experience managing complex calendars and coordinating meetings involving senior-level participants.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word and the ability to learn new software as necessary.
• Experience workingin a high-volume and fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a responsible administrative support position.
• Familiarity with University policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with the Connecticut General Assembly website and legislative process.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the management and execution of high-quality events.
• Experience maintaining calendars and scheduling meetings with many participants.
• Experience with graphic design software such as Canva Pro.
• Experience manipulating large data sets in Excel.
• Experience with website content management. (e.g., WordPress)

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 12-month, permanent, confidential/exempt position based in Storrs, CT. This position may require nights and weekends when necessary. The salary range for this position is $62,000 to $75,000, depending on education, qualifications, and experience. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits, please visit UConnHealth Benefits and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves and Engagement & Learning headers.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on September 8, 2026.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

Advertised: Aug 21 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 08 2026 Eastern Daylight Time