Strategic Executive Assistant to the President

The California State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State University is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President at Cal Poly—San Luis Obispo. The role focuses on aligning the President’s schedule with institutional goals and external opportunities, coordinating with CSU leadership, and preparing high-value engagements with thorough, timely briefings.

Candidates will manage complex calendars, communicate effectively, and handle confidential information with discretion in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university; five years of progressively responsible administrative experience.
• A graduate degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate requests for the President’s time against CSU priorities and institutional priorities.
• Coordinate engagement with senior executives, donors, dignitaries, and external leaders.
• Prepare the President with timely, well-informed briefings for high-value engagements.
• Collaborate with the Office of the President and CSU leadership across divisions and auxiliaries.

Skills

Calendar management

Executive support

Written communication

AI tools

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Online calendaring

Email management tools

Video conferencing

AI platforms

Job description

The California State University is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President at Cal Poly—San Luis Obispo. The role focuses on aligning the President’s schedule with institutional goals and external opportunities, coordinating with CSU leadership, and preparing high-value engagements with thorough, timely briefings.

Candidates will manage complex calendars, communicate effectively, and handle confidential information with discretion in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.