Senior Executive Assistant (County Manager's Office)

Wake County; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Government is seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the County Manager’s Office. The role supports the Board of Commissioners and ensures timely, confidential handling of information and processes in a fast‑paced public service environment.

You will manage calendars, coordinate meetings, draft and process contracts, handle agendas, and serve as a primary liaison between county departments and external

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field
• Three years of experience in increasingly responsible administrative and Executive support work
• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Office Administration or a related field

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive day‑to‑day administrative support to the County Manager’s Office
• Coordinate schedules and manage calendars for assigned executive leadership
• Oversee and process all accounts receivable and purchasing transactions, including contract payments, invoice processing, purchase orders, and P‑Card reconciliations
• Draft, enter and process contracts for select departments
• Plan, coordinate and support Board of Commissioners meetings, committee meetings and special sessions
• Prepare, post and manage meeting and committee agendas and related documentation
• Serve as a primary point of contact between the County Manager’s Office, county departments and external stakeholders
• Provide front desk and phone coverage, responding to public inquiries, requests and concerns with professionalism and empathy
• Support department projects, activities and strategic initiatives as assigned
• Assist in planning department and county‑wide events and functions
• Serve as a backup to other administrative staff and maintain cross‑training in all departmental administrative functions

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field

Three years of experience in increasingly responsible administrative and Executive support work

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Office Administration or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

Wake County Government is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Executive Assistant to provide exceptional administrative and operational support to the County Manager’s Office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a mission‑driven professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is motivated by public service and community impact.

As the Senior Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless daily operations of the County Manager’s Office. You will also support the Wake County Board of Commissioners by coordinating meeting logistics, preparing and managing agendas and ensuring accurate and timely documentation. This position requires a proactive, detail‑oriented professional who can anticipate needs, solve problems and manage complex administrative tasks with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. Your work will directly support transparent, efficient county operations and help deliver meaningful impact to more than one million Wake County residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive day‑to‑day administrative support to the County Manager’s Office
• Coordinate schedules and manage calendars for assigned executive leadership
• Oversee and process all accounts receivable and purchasing transactions, including contract payments, invoice processing, purchase orders, and P‑Card reconciliations
• Draft, enter and process contracts for select departments
• Plan, coordinate and support Board of Commissioners meetings, committee meetings and special sessions
• Prepare, post and manage meeting and committee agendas and related documentation
• Serve as a primary point of contact between the County Manager’s Office, county departments and external stakeholders
• Provide front desk and phone coverage, responding to public inquiries, requests and concerns with professionalism and empathy
• Support department projects, activities and strategic initiatives as assigned
• Assist in planning department and county‑wide events and functions
• Serve as a backup to other administrative staff and maintain cross‑training in all departmental administrative functions

About Our Team

With over 60 new residents each day, Wake County is a rapidly growing area. The County Manager’s Office is responsible for executive leadership of all county departments and agencies. The Office also assists the elected Board of County Commissioners, providing them information and analysis to help them set county policy and priorities. The administrative staff supports executives, coordinates meetings, manages financial transactions for assigned departments, and administers the Board’s agenda development process. This position focuses on supporting county executives, processing financial transactions, agenda development, and staffing the front desk. We seek a skilled, experienced, and detail-oriented administrative professional to join our team.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field
• Three years of experience in increasingly responsible administrative and Executive support work
• Valid Driver’s License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Office Administration or a related field
• Five plus years of experience working for executive staff, elected/appointed officials and/or a governing body

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Excellent communication, customer service, writing and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, the Board of Commissioners and community members
• Ability to actively participate as a member of a team to move toward completion of goals
• Ability to be proactive to initiate actions as needed to accomplish work
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times
• Ability to adapt, innovate and be comfortable with change
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and additional software as needed

About This Position

Location: Justice CenterRaleigh, NC 27601 USA

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 69,421.00 - 93,720.00

Market Range: 69,421.00 - 118,020.00

Posting Closing Date: 11:59 pm on 10/25/2026

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two‑time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at‑large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well‑managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best‑Performing Cities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that mayinclude: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on jobrequirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you fromconsideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected.Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, duringand after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.