Executive Assistant & Office Manager - Hybrid (Bethesda)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Hybrid work environment

EAP

Career growth

Job summary

Education Week is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant & Office Manager to provide high-level support to the President & CEO and oversee the Bethesda, MD office. The role requires discretion and the ability to work with senior leaders, the Board, employees, and external partners.

In addition to executive support, this position manages office operations, budgets, vendor relationships, and events, ensuring a welcoming and efficient workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive administrative experience, including supporting senior or C-level leaders.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; interact professionally with executives, Board members, employees, vendors, and partners.
• Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proactive, resourceful problem-solver who can work independently and collaborate.
• Experience managing budgets, expenses, vendors, or office operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the President & CEO’s complex calendar, meetings, travel, communications, and expense reporting.
• Coordinate Board of Trustees meetings, including logistics, materials, and meeting minutes.
• Oversee day-to-day office operations, supplies, equipment, mail and deliveries, vendors, and facility needs.
• Liaise with building management and office vendors to resolve facilities and operational issues.
• Support company meetings, employee events, and in-office collaboration days.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Discretion

Communication

Budget management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Education Week is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant & Office Manager to provide high-level support to the President & CEO and oversee the Bethesda, MD office. The role requires discretion and the ability to work with senior leaders, the Board, employees, and external partners.

In addition to executive support, this position manages office operations, budgets, vendor relationships, and events, ensuring a welcoming and efficient workplace.