Senior Executive Assistant to the President

California Polytechnic State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo is seeking an Executive Assistant to strategically manage the President’s calendar, evaluate requests, and align engagements with CSU priorities. The role collaborates with the President’s Office, Cabinet, and university leadership to ensure the President is prepared for high-value engagements.

Working closely with colleagues, the incumbent coordinates with donors, civic leaders, and Cal Poly Foundation members, supporting fundraising priorities and institutional

Qualifications

• Advanced, expert-level scheduling and calendar management for executives.
• Discreet, behind-the-scenes support for executive priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate requests for the President’s time against CSU priorities.
• Coordinate engagement with senior executives, donors, and leading leaders.
• Prepare the President for high-value engagements with thorough briefings.

Skills

Executive scheduling

Discreet support

Communication

Calendar management tools

AI familiarity

Education

Four-year college degree

Tools

Online calendaring

Email management tools

Virtual meeting platforms

AI systems

Institutional operating systems

Job description

Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo is seeking an Executive Assistant to strategically manage the President’s calendar, evaluate requests, and align engagements with CSU priorities. The role collaborates with the President’s Office, Cabinet, and university leadership to ensure the President is prepared for high-value engagements.

Working closely with colleagues, the incumbent coordinates with donors, civic leaders, and Cal Poly Foundation members, supporting fundraising priorities and institutional