Strategic Projects Manager & Executive Assistant to the VP

Hope College; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope College seeks a highly organized Project Manager and Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Formation and Dean of Students. The role supports executive priorities, coordinates strategic projects, and represents the division in meetings and communications.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5–10 years of administrative experience, excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 5-10 years of relevant administrative experience preferred.
• Excellent writing, communication, and public relations skills that embody care and confidence.
• Ability to engage in conflict productively and handle confidential matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Student Formation Council and assist VP with agendas and materials.
• Gather and synthesize data to inform understanding of students and representation of Student Formation interests.
• Track strategic objectives and support related reporting.
• Coordinate special projects and initiatives for the VP and Division.
• Supervise a team of student receptionists including hiring, training, and budget oversight.
• Maintain calendars and coordinate meetings, travel, and communications for the VP and direct reports.
• Manage the College’s Student Handbook using collaboration with relevant Deans.
• Oversee the Student Formation website and assist with communications strategies.

Skills

Communication

Public relations

Conflict resolution

Team leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5-10 years administrative experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Maxient

Job description

Hope College seeks a highly organized Project Manager and Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Formation and Dean of Students. The role supports executive priorities, coordinates strategic projects, and represents the division in meetings and communications.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5–10 years of administrative experience, excellent writing and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and care.