Right-Hand IT Executive Assistant (Hybrid)

Illinois Housing Development Authority; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

401K plan

Job summary

Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is seeking an Executive Assistant in Illinois. This role supports the CIO and IT leadership, managing calendars, meetings, communications, and travel logistics while handling confidential information with discretion.

The position requires high school education or GED with five years of admin experience, plus strong MS Office/Teams proficiency. Hybrid work arrangement in Illinois and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required, with at least five years of related administrative work experience.
• College degree preferred. Information Technology experience a plus.
• 3 to 5 years of experience supporting senior executives in high performance environments.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to senior IT leadership and anticipate needs.
• Coordinate IT all staff meetings, including agendas, presentations, and logistics.
• Maintain Outlook calendar and coordinate reports for CIO and IT staff.
• Assist with travel plans and meeting preparations for IT leadership.
• Provide general administrative support and confidential handling of information.

Skills

Meeting coordination

Calendar management

Executive support

Communications

Education

High school diploma / GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Teams

OneDrive

CoPilot

Job description

Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is seeking an Executive Assistant in Illinois. This role supports the CIO and IT leadership, managing calendars, meetings, communications, and travel logistics while handling confidential information with discretion.

The position requires high school education or GED with five years of admin experience, plus strong MS Office/Teams proficiency. Hybrid work arrangement in Illinois and competitive benefits are offered.