EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT-EDPLUS

Executive Assistant - EdPlus

Arizona State University

EdPlus Dean's Office Admin

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

91730BR

Job Description

EdPlus at ASU seeks a highly-motivated and articulate Executive Assistant. Reporting to the Director of Dean and CEO Administration, the position provides a wide range of support, coordination, and liaison functions to members of the EdPlus leadership team. Coordinates multiple tasks simultaneously and performs complex administrative duties of a responsible, sensitive, and confidential nature in an incredibly fast-paced environment within the EdPlus Dean’s Office.

EdPlus is a unit of the ASU Enterprise focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national and international communities served by ASU.

EdPlus at ASU

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click here to explore options.

·       Healthcare

·       Financial Security

·       Retirement

·       Family Resources

·       Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)

·       Discounts

Salary Range

$50,000 - $74,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

16-June- 2023

Essential Duties

·       Manages EdPlus executive calendars and high-priority activities to maximize efficiency, coordination, and follow through.

·       Coordinates executives involvement in University events to ensure effective interaction with University staff, senior executives, leadership teams, and their constituents both internal and external to Arizona State University.

·       Provides administrative support to executives; coordinates and arranges travel (domestic and international) including transportation, accommodations, and travel reimbursements; compiles, prepares, and maintains background material related to meetings, events, and travel; coordinates and tracks follow-up; maintains files.

·       Serves as additional back-up support to the Director of Dean and CEO Administration, and other Dean’s Office administration staff, as needed. Duties to include, but not limited to, making adjustments to the Dean’s calendar, assisting with domestic and international travel, providing the Dean with materials required for meetings and supporting other members of EdPlus leadership, as needed.

·       Provides administrative support to various units within EdPlus including purchasing, expense tracking, and assistance with travel and meetings.

·       Independently composes correspondence on a variety of subjects requiring judgment, originality, and knowledge of issues involved.

·       Represents EdPlus within the university and with external communities, promoting positive working relationships.

·       Coordinates or assists with coordinating events, including arranging equipment, catering, sending invitations, and managing RSVPs.

·       Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business or field pertinent to work unit AND four (4) years of directly related administrative experience; OR, Eight (8) years of directly related administrative experience: OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

·       Evidence of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.

·       Experience supporting high-level executives.

·       Experience working in a higher education environment.

·       Evidence of knowledge of administrative principles and practices.

·       Experience in handling confidential, proprietary, and privileged documents and information.

·       Evidence of knowledge of ASU policies and procedures.

·       Demonstrated skill in planning, analyzing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities.

·       Evidence of advanced skill in clear and effective communication, both verbal and written.

·       Evidence of skill in tact and diplomacy and in maintaining effective working relationships.

·       Demonstrated skill in problem solving and decision making; evidence of organizational skills and flexibility; experience in proactively anticipating requirements and potential problems.

·       Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority activities requiring considerable coordination and follow through to meet requirements.

Working Environment

EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting or standing. Daily use of desktop or laptop computer is required. Ability to clearly communicate verbally in English, read, write, see, and hear to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy.

Department Statement

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in everything we do. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by the diversity of our employees. Our innovative culture drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, feeling a sense of urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume and cover letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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