Strategic Executive Assistant to CEO & COO

Goodwill of Central Iowa

Johnston (IA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay for holidays

Full benefits package (medical, dental

Retirement plan with company match

PTO accrual 18 days/year

Job summary

Goodwill of Central Iowa is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide multi-faceted support to the CEO and COO at our Johnston, IA headquarters. The role emphasizes discretion, effective communication, and organized project management to enable leadership to focus on strategic priorities.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, coordinating internal/external communications, preparing presentations, and supporting Board activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or progressive advancement in a relevant field is required; relevant experience may substitute for degree.
3–5 years of experience in a similar executive-support role.
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities.
Experience communicating on behalf of executives or an organization.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and AI tools.

Responsibilities

Support CEO with calendar management and priority setting; manage COO calendar as needed.
Coordinate internal and external communications and prepare materials for meetings.
Organize meetings, prepare agendas, minutes, and post-event follow-ups.
Prepare presentations and reports for leadership and Board meetings.
Develop relationships across teams in line with values; protect executives' time and priorities.
Supervise Administrative Assistant and oversee reception/communications as needed.
Execute project management tasks for leadership and strategic initiatives.