Assistant to the President

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Educational Administration, Event Management, Executive Assistant Skills , Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Physical Demands, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Telephone Skills, Travel Planning, Writing Skills
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POSTED
9 days ago

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Assistant to the President Job Description

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Assistant to the President will provide executive-level assistance to the President by ensuring efficiency, organization, and preparedness for the President's Office.

Accountability:

This is a full-time (12-month) position that reports to the Chief of Staff.

General Statement of Duties:

The Assistant to the President has the responsibility of providing executive-level assistance to the President. The incumbent is required to ensure the effective and efficient flow of information and activities that come through the President's Office.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Arrange meetings
  • Ensuring that the President is well prepared and alerted to all appointments
  • Maintaining the President's memberships
  • Coordinating and managing events, news, and volunteer projects
  • Planning travel arrangements to include transportation, lodging, dining, and registration
  • Preparing itineraries and other related documents
  • Handling special assignments and confidential correspondences
  • Serving as the official recorder of Executive Cabinet minutes
  • Responding to daily internal and external emails
  • Performs other duties as delegated by the Chief of Staff and/or President

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Administrative Assistant with the filing process
  • Answer the telephones and takes messages in the absence of the Administrative Assistant

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Required Qualifications

Proficient use of computers and appropriate software such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.; excellent oral and written communication skills; the ability to effectively perform multiple tasks simultaneously; excellent interpersonal skills; conflict resolution skills; the ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels; knowledge of the policies and best practices of higher education; and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor's degree in business or related field. Experience in higher education administration is desired.

Physical Demands

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SF918P Open Date 07/15/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Transcripts
  • Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter

About the Company

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MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY