Strategic Executive Assistant to the CEO

The Joint Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Joint Commission is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO in Washington, D.C. This full-time role requires 10+ years of senior executive support experience, including direct CEO support, and a proven ability to manage complex calendars and high-stakes scheduling.

You will coordinate domestic travel, prepare materials for Board meetings, and maintain communications with senior leaders, Board members, and external partners, all while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible executive support experience for C-suite leaders.
• Direct experience supporting a Chief Executive Officer.
• Proven ability to manage complex calendars, competing priorities, and confidential information.
• Polished executive presence and professional representation of the CEO.
• Discretion, judgment, and ability to handle sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive-level administrative support to the CEO and manage priorities.
• Maintain a complex, dynamic calendar with appointments, meetings, and travel.
• Coordinate domestic travel with detailed itineraries and logistical info (approx. 10–20% travel).
• Prepare communications, presentations, and briefing materials for meetings.
• Support Board and governance activities with agendas and materials.
• Track commitments, decisions, and action items across departments.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Board liaison

Communication

Discretion

Education

Postsecondary coursework/degree in business administration

Tools

Microsoft 365

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

The Joint Commission is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO in Washington, D.C. This full-time role requires 10+ years of senior executive support experience, including direct CEO support, and a proven ability to manage complex calendars and high-stakes scheduling.

You will coordinate domestic travel, prepare materials for Board meetings, and maintain communications with senior leaders, Board members, and external partners, all while handling confidential information with discretion.