Executive Assistant to VP & AVP, Strategy & Budget

WWU College of Business & Economics; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

WWU College of Business & Economics seeks an Executive Assistant to the Vice President and AVP for Strategy, Management and Budget. This role provides confidential, high-level support, manages complex calendars, travel, and budget tasks, and enhances communications with boards and senior leaders.

Applicants bring 5+ years of executive support, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and visual communications tools, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of progressively responsible administrative or executive support experience.
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and presentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced administrative support including calendars, travel, projects, events, and meetings.
• Maintains a complex calendar, coordinates meetings, and handles confidential materials.
• Supports budget monitoring and personnel-related administrative tasks.
• Coordinates domestic travel, committee support, and board materials as needed.
• Creates presentations and visual materials for executive audiences.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of admin/support experience

Tools

Microsoft Suite

PowerPoint

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

WWU College of Business & Economics seeks an Executive Assistant to the Vice President and AVP for Strategy, Management and Budget. This role provides confidential, high-level support, manages complex calendars, travel, and budget tasks, and enhances communications with boards and senior leaders.

Applicants bring 5+ years of executive support, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and visual communications tools, with a commitment to