Senior Executive Assistant to the President

*Description:* Carroll College is seeking a self-motivated, dynamic individual to the fill the position of Senior Executive Assistant to the President.
This position serves as advisor, liaison, executive administrative manager, and leadership development coordinator for the President of Carroll College, and will be a member of the President’s senior staff, reporting directly to the President.
The Senior Executive Assistant experiences considerable autonomy and uses independent judgement, initiative, and discretion in performing responsibilities.
*Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * * Demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication skills as evidenced by preparation and delivery of oral and written materials including presentations, proposals, reports, and memoranda.
* Proven high level of diplomacy, integrity, and tact.
* Exceptional judgment, strong initiative, poise, and patience.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and strategically in a team.
* Proven capacity for productive and helpful problem-solving.
* The willingness and availability to work evenings and weekends as required.
* Must be able to competently and effectively interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and internal and external constituents.
* Understanding and ability to carry out the mission, vision, and goals of the institution and the President with discretion, judgment, and autonomy.
* Proven experience handling highly confidential and sensitive materials and situations, including the ability to anticipate and manage politically sensitive issues.
* Ability to build and develop a wide range of relationships, tasks, and perspectives.
* Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
* Technologically adept and able to utilize basic office systems (such as Microsoft Office Suite, Power Point, Google Workspace, a Board Portal, and Gmail).
* Excellent grammar and writing and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to manage and schedule a complex calendar, book travel arrangements, and staff meetings.
* Ability to represent and/or speak on behalf of the President to visiting admissions prospective student groups.
* Be the “director of first impressions” for all visitors to the President’s Office.
* Commitment to the educational mission of Carroll College as a Diocesan Catholic College.
* Higher education experience, working in collaboration with senior leadership, highly preferred.
* Understanding of governing boards, especially the structure and function of nonprofit and/or education boards.
* Work with the President to create and manage an annual President’s Office budget.
*Qualifications:* The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience or training, plus 2 years’ experience in clerical/administrative support or related field.
*To officially apply for this position, please go to our website and follow the instructions on the job posting - https://www.
carroll.
edu/about-carroll/offices-services/employment-jobs/faculty-staff-positions* *Benefits Include:* * Employer sponsored Medical insurance, Wellness program and Employee Assistance Program * Voluntary Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance and more * 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching contributions from the College * Tuition Remission and potential Tuition Exchange benefits * Very generous Holiday, Vacation, Sick and other Leave benefits to include up to 20 days of paid holidays * Employer provided Life and Long-Term disability benefits * Other unique benefits such as tickets to home athletic events, rental of outdoor equipment, access to the campus workout facility, and more.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Carroll College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all.
*About Us:* Carroll College is a leading private, liberal arts college in the American West.
Carroll’s campus rests on 63 acres at the edge of downtown and historic Helena, the capital city of Montana.
The surrounding beauty of the Rocky Mountains and Montana fosters wonder and awe, giving the perfect backdrop to a worldly education.
More than 75 miles of hiking and biking trails are just minutes from campus, and Helena is in close proximity to the Continental Divide Trail, natural hot springs, Great Divide Ski Area and the Missouri River.
Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park are just a few hours away.
Founded in 1909, Carroll College warmly embraces its identity as a diocesan, Catholic college.
Carroll represents a beacon of light in the community, welcoming members of all religious faiths and all persons of good will in a cooperative journey toward knowledge and virtue.
To learn more about Carroll College, please visit our web site at www.
carroll.
edu.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $50,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person