Job Description Summary
The Executive Assistant provides advanced administrative, clerical, and financial support to the Vice President/Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Comptroller, and the Finance & Operations Division at Del Mar College.
This role ensures efficient departmental operations by preparing professional correspondence, managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings and events, and supporting a wide range of business office functions. Responsibilities include processing and verifying checks, maintaining financial and inventory records, supporting Board of Regents reporting, and coordinating payroll time sheets.
The position also manages records retention, supports departmental projects, ensures compliance with institutional requirements, and fosters effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree AND one (1) year of administrative support experience
-OR-
Five (5) years of administrative support experience
Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Administrative, clerical, and financial support knowledge typically gained through vocational, administrative, or technical training.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to perform data entry, prepare documents, maintain files, and operate office equipment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective communication and customer service skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and personnel information.
Ability to coordinate meetings, training, and events.
Ability to work collaboratively with departments, staff, and external partners.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating pivot tables in Excel.
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience creating process flowcharts in Microsoft Visio.
Experience with Colleague.
Experience with Microsoft Project or basic project management tools.
Experience in finance, business office, or higher education environments.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.