Executive Support & Projects Coordinator

University of Connecticut; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined contribution retirement option

Excellent healthcare options

Annual merit increases

22 vacation days + 12 holidays

Job summary

University of Connecticut seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the Connecticut Education Network (CEN) team under the Executive Director. This role helps keep operations efficient by coordinating schedules, organizing meetings, preparing reports, and handling communications across the organization.

It offers exposure to leadership and statewide initiatives within a technology-focused environment. The ideal candidate has at least two years of administrative support experience, strong

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; equivalent experience may substitute.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience providing administrative and customer support in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 apps (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates scheduling and calendar management for the Executive Director and staff.
• Organizes meetings, prepares agendas, takes notes, and tracks follow-up tasks.
• Prepares reports, presentations, and other materials.
• Manages office communications, including phone and email.
• Supports travel arrangements and procurement processes.
• Maintains inventory and onboarding for new staff.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Administrative support

Customer support

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

University of Connecticut seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the Connecticut Education Network (CEN) team under the Executive Director. This role helps keep operations efficient by coordinating schedules, organizing meetings, preparing reports, and handling communications across the organization.

It offers exposure to leadership and statewide initiatives within a technology-focused environment. The ideal candidate has at least two years of administrative support experience, strong