Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Overview
The Executive Assistant will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and serve as both a strategic thought partner and a highly trusted administrative lead. This role supports an accessible and engaged CEO within a mission-driven organization that values strong tenure, collaboration, and long-term growth. The Executive Assistant will play a central role in keeping priorities aligned, initiatives moving forward, and communication flowing smoothly across the organization and with external stakeholders. This is a fully on-site position.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Partnership and Strategic Support
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Act as a close partner to the CEO, helping translate priorities into action and ensuring follow-through on key initiatives
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Anticipate needs, surface potential issues, and propose solutions in advance
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Prepare presentations, briefing materials, and talking points for executive, board, and client meetings
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Draft correspondence and communications on behalf of the CEO
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Track priorities, action items, and deadlines to support effective decision-making
Administrative and Operational Support
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Manage complex and dynamic scheduling, including recurring one-on-ones, leadership meetings, and external engagements
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Coordinate meetings, logistics, and materials to ensure efficient use of executive time
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Maintain a high level of organization across calendars, documents, and communications
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Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Leadership, Board, and External Interaction
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Partner with the leadership team to support cross-functional initiatives and executive needs
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Prepare board packages and support board meeting logistics
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Interface professionally with board members, clients, and external partners
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Serve as a key point of contact between the CEO and internal and external audiences
Culture and Organizational Partnership
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Be a visible, trusted presence who builds strong relationships across all levels of the organization
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Reflect and reinforce the organization’s mission, values, and service-oriented culture
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Step in as needed to support organizational events, urgent needs, or special projects
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Approach the role with flexibility, ownership, and a problem-solving mindset
Qualifications
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Five or more years of experience supporting senior executives, ideally at the CEO or C-suite level
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Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with detailed execution
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Strong tenure in prior roles, reflecting commitment and reliability
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Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
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High level of judgment, professionalism, and emotional intelligence
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
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Ability to work fully on-site
Additional Information
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Mission-driven organization with strong employee tenure and a collaborative culture
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Continued operational and employee growth, offering long-term opportunity
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Competitive base compensation and comprehensive benefits, including strong medical coverage and retirement options