Position Summary
Assigned to Cabinet-level leaders in a multi-faceted environment to provide diversified, high-level administrative support, operational coordination, and project management with assigned Cabinet member’s oversight and approval. Serves as the primary point of contact and liaison with internal departments and external partners; oversees day-to-day office operations; manages the complexity of calendars, communications, budgets, and events; maintains confidential records; and advances executive and departmental priorities through proactive planning and execution. The role requires discretion, independent judgment, and strong proficiency with modern collaboration and productivity tools.
**“This position may require occasional local travel for business-related errands or to other STLCC campuses."***
Primary Duties Performed
- Acts as gatekeeper and primary point of contact for internal and external communications, demonstrating professionalism and discretion; screens, analyzes, and responds to inquiries and correspondence.
- Manages calendars, as well as meeting logistics and travel arrangements when directed by leadership; prepares detailed itineraries and reconciles expenses.
- Prepares, edits, and formats executive correspondence, presentations, reports, and briefing materials for executive approval and disbursement; ensures accuracy and alignment with College standards.
- Organizes and facilitates meetings, conferences, and College/department events; coordinates agendas, takes and distributes minutes, tracks action items, and ensures deadlines are met.
- Administers and monitors expenditures; assists with departmental budgets; manages procurement card processes; partners with Finance to ensure timely payment of invoices.
- Oversees supplies and vendor coordination (inventory, ordering, and alignment with procurement policies).
- Receives, compiles, and maintains confidential documents and records; manages records and retention consistent with College policy.
- Develops and maintains content on department pages for the College intranet and internet with the approval of leadership; supports executive communications and alignment with College brand standards in partnership with MarCom.
- Independently researches, prioritizes, and follows up on issues addressed to executives, including sensitive/confidential matters; determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
- Coordinates cross-functional projects and initiatives; leverages collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft 365, SharePoint/Teams), and basic project management practices to support executive priorities.
- May represent executives to business, professional, community, and governmental groups and facilitate stakeholder engagement.
- Maintains and refines internal processes to expedite workflows, ensure best practices, and improve executive productivity.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Experience
- Associate’s Degree (or equivalent experience) and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative/executive assistant experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office/365 applications.
- Experience supporting budgets/expenses and coordinating complex schedules and travel.
Working Conditions
Physical Requirements: