Senior Executive Assistant to the Mayor

City of Lancaster; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Mayor to provide high‑level administrative and confidential support. You will manage the Mayor’s calendar, communications, and office operations, coordinating with City departments and community partners to enable effective governance.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of six years supporting senior executives or elected officials, a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), and strong Office 365 skills; you should

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, communication, political science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible administrative experience supporting senior executives or elected officials; municipal or government experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Mayor’s Office administrative operations and staff coordination.
• Manages the Mayor’s calendar, appointments, and meetings; prioritizes requests.
• Handles routine inquiries and coordinates communications for the Mayor’s Office.

Skills

Office 365

Calendar management

Communication

Discretion

Public administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Public administration/Political science

Job description

The City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Mayor to provide high‑level administrative and confidential support. You will manage the Mayor’s calendar, communications, and office operations, coordinating with City departments and community partners to enable effective governance.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of six years supporting senior executives or elected officials, a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), and strong Office 365 skills; you should