Harbor is seeking an Executive Assistant to join our Toledo team! This position is responsible for providing high-level administrative in support of the Executive Officers and the Board of Directors, and ensures efficient/effective executive operations, communication, and seamless coordination of organizational priorities.
Position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
Ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience in an Executive Assistant role, and experience working with a Board of Directors.
Required
Education:
- Associates degree in business-related areas or at least five (5) years of experience in an EA role.
Experience:
- Coordinating Board communications
- Maintaining Board minutes and Board approved actions.
Licensure and Certifications:
- Must maintain a valid Notary Public commission and remain in good standing.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years of supervision experience.
- 5+ years of working with and supporting board(s) of directors.
Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage complex, frequently shifting calendars including internal meetings, board engagements, community events, and external stakeholder appointments
- Screen and prioritize correspondence (email, phone, mail) and draft responses on behalf of executives
- Coordinate travel arrangements including itineraries, accommodations, and expense reconciliation
- Prepare executives for meetings by compiling briefing materials, agendas, background documents, and talking points
- Track action items and follow-ups from executive meetings, ensuring timely completion
- Handle confidential information with the highest degree of discretion, including personnel matters, financials, and strategic plans
- Serve as a communication liaison between the executive team and internal/external stakeholders
- Coordinate all logistics for board and committee meetings, including scheduling, venue or virtual platform setup, and catering
- Prepare and distribute board packets, agendas, minutes, resolutions, and supporting materials in compliance with governance timelines
- Record accurate minutes during board and committee meetings and manage approval processes
- Maintain board governance records including bylaws, conflict of interest disclosures, board member terms, and committee rosters
- Onboard new board members and maintain orientation materials
- Manage board member contact information, portal access, and communication lists
- Support the board chair and committee chairs with correspondence and scheduling needs
- Monitor compliance with board meeting notice requirements and quorum rules
- Develop and maintain efficient filing systems (electronic and physical) for executive and board records
- Manage office supply procurement and vendor relationships on behalf of the executive office
- Coordinate executive office budget tracking and invoice processing
- Plan and execute organizational events such as leadership retreats, all-staff meetings, and donor or community functions
- Maintain Review, prep for signature, and file contracts and agreements throughout the organization.
- Serve as a point of contact for auditors, legal counsel, and regulatory agencies when interfacing with the executive office
- Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff.
- Provides coaching, performance management, and disciplinary action as needed.
- Holds a regular 1:1 meeting with direct reports and routine team meetings to ensure alignment and communication.
- Preserves confidentiality in all personnel matters.
- Ensure compliance with union contract if supervising union positions.
- Assign, prioritize, and review work of supervised assistant(s) to ensure quality and responsiveness
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide ongoing coaching, and support professional development
- Serve as a resource and problem-solver for administrative challenges across the leadership team
- Help establish consistent administrative standards, templates, and workflows across the executive office
- Represent the executive office with professionalism in all interactions with staff, board members, donors, partner organizations, government entities, and the public
- Draft, proofread, and format executive communications including letters, memos, reports, and presentations
- Coordinate with the communications/marketing team on executive-facing content, press materials, and public appearances
- Manage sensitive or high-profile inquiries with sound judgment and appropriate escalation
- Understand and uphold HIPAA and other relevant confidentiality standards applicable to behavioral health settings
- Support compliance-related scheduling and documentation such as accreditation visits (e.g., CARF, Joint Commission) and regulatory reporting deadlines
- Coordinate with clinical and compliance leadership as needed to support executive deliverables tied to licensing, grants, or contracts
About Harbor:
- A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
- 350+ clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
- Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!
Why Work for Harbor?
It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
- Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
- Clinical supervision hours offered
- Ability to make a difference in your community!