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University of Missouri-Columbia · 1 day ago

Senior Executive Assistant

The University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant for MURR’s Executive Office. The successful candidate will provide exceptional administrative support to the Executive Director, acting as a strategic liaison and managing various responsibilities to ensure smooth operations.

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Responsibilities

Keep the Executive Director informed about urgent matters, upcoming meetings, and events, ensuring their schedules are up-to-date and organized
Analyze incoming correspondence, prioritize tasks, summarize contents, and draft responses independently or redirect to relevant personnel as necessary
Coordinate, plan, and book any necessary travel arrangements for the Executive Director
Foster positive working relationships and liaise with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating effectively with other support staff
Coordinate and manage calendars for the Executive Director, scheduling meetings with external agencies, vendors, contractors, and overseeing meeting logistics
Conduct comprehensive research, compile data, and prepare reports and materials for presentations and review by the Executive Director
Plan and coordinate large scale events that often include Federal and State government officials and high-level leaders within UM System
Record and distribute accurate minutes for various committee meetings
Serve as liaison between the MURR administrator(s) and campus administrative offices as well as outside agencies in state and federal government or private industry and business partners
Apply discretion and good judgement by making independent decisions and maintaining confidentiality
Must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work

Qualification

Microsoft Office SuiteExecutive Assistant experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMindfulnessFortitudeCustomer serviceLeadershipCollaborationCreativityCritical thinkingGrowth mindsetConfidentialityIntegrity

Required

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with office gadgets and virtual meeting tools
Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably with CEO or C-Suite level support
Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting correspondence, reports, and interacting with various stakeholders
Demonstrated experience creating and fostering collaborative relationships with broad stakeholders

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Retirement
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Company

University of Missouri-Columbia

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We are Mizzou! Our distinct mission, as Missouri's only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, is to provide all Missourians the benefits of a world-class research university.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Carli Carmack
PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT COORDINATOR SR
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Chad Higgins
Interim Vice Chancellor for Extension and Engagement & Chief Engagement Officer for the UM System
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