Strategic Assistant to the CHRO – HR Operations

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont seeks a highly organized Special Assistant to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). You will support executive decision-making, strategize initiatives, and coordinate communications while handling confidential information with discretion.

This hybrid role combines HR, project coordination, and administrative operations, offering broad exposure to senior leadership and institutional strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of related experience in HR, operations, executive support, or communications.
• Proven ability managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written communication for reports and presentations.
• Experience gathering and presenting information to support decision-making.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills across levels.

Responsibilities

• Prepare presentations, reports and executive correspondence.
• Coordinate complex schedules and sensitive meetings.
• Support follow-through on key organizational initiatives.
• Assist CHRO and HR leadership with confidential information and communications.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2-5 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Vermont seeks a highly organized Special Assistant to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). You will support executive decision-making, strategize initiatives, and coordinate communications while handling confidential information with discretion.

This hybrid role combines HR, project coordination, and administrative operations, offering broad exposure to senior leadership and institutional strategy.