Executive Assistant, Student Affairs — Admin, Events & Budgets

Mercer University; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Technology discounts

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking an Executive Assistant for Student Affairs on the Atlanta campus. The role supports all departments within Student Affairs, manages budgets, and handles social media and campus-wide announcements.

You will also plan events and create marketing materials, while maintaining accurate records and delivering excellent customer service. A strong communicator with proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and one year of administrative support experience are required.
• In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, phone, and face-to-face interactions, are essential. Must have the ability to use Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• The Executive Assistant position serves all the departments within Student Affairs: Access & Accommodations, Campus Life, Counseling and Psychological Services, Housing and Residence Life, Recreational Sports and Wellness, and Center for Career and Professional Development.
• This position manages budgets for several of these departments.
• The Executive Assistant manages social media accounts and creates bi-weekly campus wide announcements.
• Event planning and marketing creation for these events is also a component of this position.

Skills

Budget management

Social media management

Event planning

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mercer University is seeking an Executive Assistant for Student Affairs on the Atlanta campus. The role supports all departments within Student Affairs, manages budgets, and handles social media and campus-wide announcements.

You will also plan events and create marketing materials, while maintaining accurate records and delivering excellent customer service. A strong communicator with proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.