Presidential Executive Assistant & Office Strategist

Lake Forest College; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Forest College is seeking an Executive Assistant to the President to provide high-level, strategic, and confidential support. The role manages the President’s time, priorities, communications, and engagements while serving as a trusted liaison to the Board, Cabinet, Leadership Team, faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Responsibilities include managing the Office of the President, coordinating complex schedules and travel, preparing briefing materials, and supporting governance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience supporting a senior executive.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support President with high-level, confidential administrative tasks.
• Manage the Office of the President operations, including budgets and records.
• Coordinate calendars, travel, and meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing materials, talking points, and agendas.
• Liaise with Board of Trustees, Cabinet, and Leadership Team.
• Plan events and presidential engagements and support fundraising activities.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Lake Forest College is seeking an Executive Assistant to the President to provide high-level, strategic, and confidential support. The role manages the President’s time, priorities, communications, and engagements while serving as a trusted liaison to the Board, Cabinet, Leadership Team, faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Responsibilities include managing the Office of the President, coordinating complex schedules and travel, preparing briefing materials, and supporting governance