Strategic Executive Assistant to University Cabinet

Georgia Southern University; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 33,227 - 42,361; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University is seeking an Executive Assistant III to provide advanced administrative support to a member of the President's Cabinet. The role anticipates the executive's needs, solves problems, and handles confidential matters with discretion.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience, strong computer skills (MS Office, Google Workspace), and the ability to manage calendars, budgets, travel, and communications effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Three or more years of related experience.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Manages calendars, composes correspondence, edits presentations, and handles travel arrangements.
• Serves as liaison to constituents and may represent the executive at meetings.
• Oversees fiscal administration duties, including funding, grants, contracts, payroll, employment, travel, and purchasing, and has budgeting decision‑making authority.
• Administers day‑to‑day office activities, develops policies, procedures, and systems.
• Coordinates projects such as events, conferences, and meetings.
• Collects information, conducts research, and prepares materials for meetings or decision‑making.
• Maintains confidential information related to the executive's office.
• May supervise administrative staff.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Human relations

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Georgia Southern University is seeking an Executive Assistant III to provide advanced administrative support to a member of the President's Cabinet. The role anticipates the executive's needs, solves problems, and handles confidential matters with discretion.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience, strong computer skills (MS Office, Google Workspace), and the ability to manage calendars, budgets, travel, and communications effectively.