Executive Assistant to the Dean – Public Policy School

University of Delaware; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Delaware’s Biden School of Public Policy and Administration seeks an Assistant to the Dean in Newark, DE. This role provides high‑level administrative support to the Dean and senior leadership, coordinating calendars, drafting communications, and serving as a liaison across the school’s units and centers.

The position requires managing confidential information, supervising student workers, assisting with events, travel, budgeting, onboarding, and ensuring smooth operations of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience.
• Experience managing multiple calendars in Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Experience in supervising employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop, plan, and execute work plans and training programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus partners.
• Advanced computing skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database software.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day administrative operations for the Dean’s Office, including confidential tasks.
• Manages the Dean’s calendar and coordinates meetings and travel arrangements.
• Communicates professionally via email, phone, and in person.
• Manages the Dean’s Office email inbox and directs inquiries appropriately.
• Maintains internal communications and distributes routine updates.
• Supports events, budgets, and donor relations as needed.
• Coordinates faculty searches and onboarding processes.

Skills

Calendar management

Outlook proficiency

Communication

Supervision

Discretion

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Database software

Job description

The University of Delaware’s Biden School of Public Policy and Administration seeks an Assistant to the Dean in Newark, DE. This role provides high‑level administrative support to the Dean and senior leadership, coordinating calendars, drafting communications, and serving as a liaison across the school’s units and centers.

The position requires managing confidential information, supervising student workers, assisting with events, travel, budgeting, onboarding, and ensuring smooth operations of