Strategic Executive Assistant to the Dean

Wake Forest University; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Dean of the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The role manages a dynamic calendar, coordinates high-priority meetings, and handles confidential information with discretion.

The Assistant acts as a liaison with associate deans, chairs, and units on scheduling and communications, supporting special projects and school priorities. The position reports to the Dean, provides supervision to the Office Specialist and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible administrative or executive support experience.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in prioritizing competing demands.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage complex calendars and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes and schedules appointments and calendar commitments for the Dean.
• Arranges travel including transportation and lodging; plans itineraries.
• Supervises the Office Specialist and Student Conduct Coordinator.
• Maintains committees rosters and coordinates faculty meetings logistics.
• Manages Dean's expenses and reimbursements; processes dues and subscriptions.

Skills

Independent judgment

Time management

Communication

Supervisory ability

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience

Tools

Office suite (MS Office)

Job description

Wake Forest University is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Dean of the College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The role manages a dynamic calendar, coordinates high-priority meetings, and handles confidential information with discretion.

The Assistant acts as a liaison with associate deans, chairs, and units on scheduling and communications, supporting special projects and school priorities. The position reports to the Dean, provides supervision to the Office Specialist and