Senior Executive Support & Operations Lead

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Office of College Admissions seeks an Executive Support Manager to provide high-level administrative and strategic support to senior admissions leadership. You will exercise independent judgment on priorities, scheduling, and special projects while advising on office procedure.

You will manage daily operations for the VP, AVP, and Dean; coordinate travel; prepare briefings; staff leadership meetings; and oversee confidential matters and budgets in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in executive support or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience supporting senior executives and managing calendars.
• Experience with expense management and reconciliation, preferably via GEMS.
• Knowledge of University resources is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations for the VP, AVP, and Dean of College Admissions.
• Coordinate executive travel domestically and internationally.
• Prepare briefings and event materials for leadership.
• Staff Board meetings and coordinate information flow with partners.
• Monitor budgets and prepare financial/administrative reports.
• Triage emails and phone calls; handle confidential matters.
• Support special projects and improve office efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Organization

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Box

Concur

Workspace

Zoom

Job description

The University of Chicago Office of College Admissions seeks an Executive Support Manager to provide high-level administrative and strategic support to senior admissions leadership. You will exercise independent judgment on priorities, scheduling, and special projects while advising on office procedure.

You will manage daily operations for the VP, AVP, and Dean; coordinate travel; prepare briefings; staff leadership meetings; and oversee confidential matters and budgets in a fast-paced