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Executive Assistant, Student Experience
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Job no: 494458
Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Staff, Administrative Support, Business, Accounting and Finance, Student Services and Academic Support
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Who we are
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Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and an IBM Quantum One computer - the first university-based quantum computer in the U.S.
Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!
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Job Summary
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The Executive Assistant manages the daily operations and provides comprehensive administrative support to the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Experience. Under limited supervision, this position ensures the smooth functioning of the division, contributing to the advancement of the student experience. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary contact for both internal and external stakeholders, effectively representing the Vice Provost in communications and addressing a variety of issues and concerns as they arise. The Executive Assistant handles an array of events and special projects and demonstrates exceptional organizational and multitasking skills to support the Vice Provost for Student Experience’s strategic goals and objectives.
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Minimum Qualifications
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- Associate’s Degree
- Five (5) years of experience, including two years of experience in providing executive support experience at the President, Vice President, Provost, or Executive Director level.
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience in higher education
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Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
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- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft office suite skill set including advanced knowledge of PowerPoint
- Ability to work with sensitive information in a confidential and diplomatic manner
- Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision
- Ability to adapt to change quickly
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
- Ability to effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and complex tasks and projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with a wide range of diverse internal and external constituencies
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Shift
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Business Hours: Monday - Friday
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Starting Salary/Rate
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Expected hiring range: $65,000 - $75,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
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Application instructions
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Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
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Job Posted Date |
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Total Compensation and Benefits Information
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Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
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We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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