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Lubbock, TX - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

YWCA of Lubbock
Job Description
Executive Assistant

Job Summary
The Executive Assistant provides executive support to all contacts for the Executive Office of the YWCA. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external visitors on all matters pertaining to the Office of the CEO/ED. The Executive Assistant serves as a liaison to the board of directors and senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within a fast-paced environment that is mission-driven results-driven and community oriented. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations with strong written and verbal communication administrative and organizational skills and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects from conception to completion and must be able to work under pressure and have the ability to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with absolute discretion.

Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Executive Director includingmanaging an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence.
  • Plans coordinates and ensures the CEOs schedule is followed and respected.
  • Provides gatekeeper and gateway role creating win-win situations for direct access to the EDs time and office.
  • Communicates directly and on behalf of the ED with Board members donors staff and others on matters related to EDs programmatic initiatives.
  • Adheres to compliance with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board committee matters including advance distribution of materials before meetings in electronic/paper format.
  • Participates as an adjunct member of the Executive Team including assisting in scheduling meetings and attending all meetings.
  • Assists in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and off-sites and all- staff meetings.
  • Researches prioritizes and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the ED including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
  • Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the EDs office and internal departmentsdemonstrating leadership to maintain credibility trust and support with senior management staff.
  • Works closely with the ED to keep him/her well apprised of upcoming commitments and responsibilities following up appropriately. Acts as a barometer having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the ED informed.
  • Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization andmanages a variety of special projects for the ED some of which may have organizational impact.
  • Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach including drafting acknowledgement letters personal correspondence and other tasks that facilitate the EDs ability to effectively lead the organization.
  • Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matterexpeditiously proactively and follows-through on projects to successful completion often with deadline pressures.
  • Perform related job duties as required.
Job Qualifications
  • Learn and support the YWCA mission vision and policies to meet the goals of the organization without compromise serving as a role model for the Lubbock community both in demeanor and in life-style habits.
  • Bachelors Degree preferred.
  • Proficient knowledge with computers in general including but not limited to software programs such as Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
  • Able to perform business math (basic algebra compute rate ratio etc.)
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment including but not limited to multi-line telephone system copy/fax machines and calculators.
  • Capable of following written instructions and documented procedures.
  • Must have problem solving and analytical skills including strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
  • Ability to review the work of others to ensure conformance to standards.
  • Self-starter positive attitude good leadership skills.
  • Able to handle difficult customers with diplomacy and tact.
  • Exhibit energy enthusiasm initiative leadership and outstanding interpersonal skills.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.
  • Present self professionally in appearance and mannerism at all times.
  • Flexibility to work irregular hours from time to time including evenings or weekends.
  • Infrequent travel: 0-10 days/year.
  • Pass a criminal history background check and FBI fingerprint check.
  • Ability to relate well with a variety of populations.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative though not comprehensive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Regularly sit stand bend crouch walk climb stairs use hands and fingers reach with hands and arms feel talk hear and see.
  • Work on a computer up to eight (8) hours a day.
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
  • Occasionally work at outdoor and indoor events for extended periods of time
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative though not comprehensive of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Noise level varies between quiet and loud.
  • Pace varies between deliberate and fast.

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Senior IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

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