Executive Assistant to AVP, Research & Scholarship

Research, Economic Development and Innovation; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the AVP of Research & Scholarship within the REDI division. The role requires managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, preparing reports, and maintaining confidential files with discretion.

You will interact with faculty, staff, and external partners, assist with data collection and reporting, support strategic initiatives, and help ensure smooth office operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing administrative or executive support.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard office technologies.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive administrative support to the AVP for Research & Scholarship.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, travel, and event logistics.
• Prepare correspondence, agendas, and reports; maintain confidential files.
• Support data gathering, reporting, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Executive support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Discretion

Collaboration

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

James Madison University is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the AVP of Research & Scholarship within the REDI division. The role requires managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, preparing reports, and maintaining confidential files with discretion.

You will interact with faculty, staff, and external partners, assist with data collection and reporting, support strategic initiatives, and help ensure smooth office operations.