Executive Assistant to Dean - Strategic Admin Partner

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking an experienced administrative leader to support the Dean of the Medill School. The role combines document creation, budgeting, HR, and communications, with required on-site four days per week in Evanston. Occasional travel to Chicago or DC is possible.

You will manage calendars, staff supervision, and organizational workflow, leveraging strong writing and interpersonal skills to coordinate complex projects and events.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 6 years of administrative support or other relevant experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software programs.

Responsibilities

• Create documents and presentations as needed.
• Develop and manage spreadsheets/databases/reports; perform data analysis.
• Oversee print and online publications; coordinate website content.
• Administer department budget and expenditures; monitor submissions.
• Coordinate HR actions from hiring to onboarding; review HR policies.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Diplomacy

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Northwestern University is seeking an experienced administrative leader to support the Dean of the Medill School. The role combines document creation, budgeting, HR, and communications, with required on-site four days per week in Evanston. Occasional travel to Chicago or DC is possible.

You will manage calendars, staff supervision, and organizational workflow, leveraging strong writing and interpersonal skills to coordinate complex projects and events.