Executive Assistant to Department Chair — High-Impact Admin

Harvard University; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University’s Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health seeks an experienced administrative professional to provide high-level support to the Department Chair and department operations.

This fast-paced role requires prioritizing multiple demands, maintaining confidentiality, and coordinating travel, meetings, and communications for a 350-member department. Reporting to the Director of Administration, you will draft materials, manage calendars, and serve as a liaison with University

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant administrative experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience supporting a department chair or senior leadership is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and process a wide variety of written materials for the Chair/Director of Administration.
• Manage a complex calendar and coordinate meetings and travel.
• Coordinate administrative activities and support faculty reappointment and promotion reviews.

Skills

Office administration

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Multitasking

diplomacy

Education

Bachelor's/College degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Harvard University’s Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health seeks an experienced administrative professional to provide high-level support to the Department Chair and department operations.

This fast-paced role requires prioritizing multiple demands, maintaining confidentiality, and coordinating travel, meetings, and communications for a 350-member department. Reporting to the Director of Administration, you will draft materials, manage calendars, and serve as a liaison with University