Strategic Executive Assistant to the Chair

UNM Public Administration Graduate Student Association; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Assistant to the Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of New Mexico is sought to organize, coordinate, and protect the Chair's time and priorities. The role requires diplomacy, strategic thinking, and discretion to support leadership as it advances the department's mission through complex scheduling, communications, and confidential projects.

This position acts as a trusted partner to faculty, staff, and external partners, ensuring alignment with departmental

Qualifications

• Highly organized and diplomatic professional capable of handling confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication for diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to anticipate leadership needs and manage complex priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex executive schedules and calendar management for the Chair.
• Facilitate communications and prepare materials for meetings and briefings.
• Manage strategic projects and oversee administrative operations.
• Monitor critical deadlines and ensure alignment with department priorities.
• Serve as a trusted liaison with faculty, staff, university administration, hospital leadership, and external partners.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Strategic thinking

Diplomacy

Discretion

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Job description

The Executive Assistant to the Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of New Mexico is sought to organize, coordinate, and protect the Chair's time and priorities. The role requires diplomacy, strategic thinking, and discretion to support leadership as it advances the department's mission through complex scheduling, communications, and confidential projects.

This position acts as a trusted partner to faculty, staff, and external partners, ensuring alignment with departmental