Strategic Executive Assistant to the Provost

Avila Partnership; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday schedule

Tuition remission for employee and/or?

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Job summary

Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to the Provost to ensure the smooth operation of the Academic Affairs Office. The role will act as a central point of contact, coordinating communications, meetings, budgeting, payroll memos, and reporting for Board meetings, while supporting faculty and staff across campus.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and strong organizational, communication, and confidentiality skills, with prior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent coursework required.
• Proven experience in office management or similar administrative role.
• Experience in higher education is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate administrative duties for the Academic Affairs Office.
• Serve as primary contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate ceremonies and manage calendars, budgets, and payroll memos.
• Maintain faculty files and support hiring and onboarding processes.
• Prepare and compile reports for Board of Trustees meetings.

Skills

Office management

Executive support

Communication

Organizational skills

Multilingual

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Avila University in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to the Provost to ensure the smooth operation of the Academic Affairs Office. The role will act as a central point of contact, coordinating communications, meetings, budgeting, payroll memos, and reporting for Board meetings, while supporting faculty and staff across campus.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and strong organizational, communication, and confidentiality skills, with prior