Special Assistant & Project Manager
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Job Location:
Waterville, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thomas College locatedin beautiful Waterville Maine is defining what it means to be the College of the Future. With a strong commitment to innovation career readiness and community partnerships Thomas College is consistently ranked byU.S. News & World Reportas one of Maines top colleges for social mobility. Our distinctive Guaranteed Job Programaccelerated undergraduate degrees and flexible graduate programs empower students to advance faster in business entrepreneurship education technology applied STEM and arts & science fields. At Thomas belonging isnt a buzzword; its a promise. We create a supportive welcoming environment where every student is seen valued and prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing world. For more information visit or contact MacKenzie Riley Young ator . Find us onFacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeLinkedIn andTikTok.
Thomas College is seeking a highly organized strategic and discreet professional to serve as the full-time Special Assistant and Project Manager to the President. This is a unique opportunity to work at the center of institutional leadership supporting the President and Board of Trustees while helping advance major strategic initiatives that shape the future of the College.
The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor skilled project manager and polished communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating complex priorities with professionalism and sound judgment.
In this high-impact role you will:
- Provide high-level executive and administrative support to the President managing a complex calendar correspondence travel and confidential materials.
- Serve as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders ensuring the Office of the President operates efficiently and professionally.
- Support institutional strategic planning master planning capital initiatives and major presidential projects.
- Coordinate cross-departmental projects track milestones manage workflows and anticipate risks and resource needs.
- Support Board of Trustees governance serving as Assistant Secretary to the Board including planning meetings preparing materials and maintaining compliance with bylaws.
- Assist with major institutional events such as Commencement Convocation presidential retreats and high-profile campus visits.
Were looking for a candidate who brings:
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong project management and coordination experience
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- High emotional intelligence political acumen and professional presence
- Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
- The ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; experience with collaboration or project-tracking tools is a plus
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required (Masters degree in Project Management preferred)
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative or executive support experience preferred
- Experience supporting senior leadership strongly preferred
- Higher education or nonprofit experience desirable
Thomas offers a competitive benefits package to include:
Medical insurance dental insurance life insurance disability insurance 6% 403(b) matching plan paid vacation paid sick leave thirteen paid holidays on-site gym meal discounts and free tuition for employees spouse and dependent children.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter resume and names of three professional references.
Thomas Colleges mission is to prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives and for leadership and service in their communities.
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Key Skills
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- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
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- Special Education
- Personal Injury Law
- Special Needs
- Experience with Children
- Human Resources
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- Word Processing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Thomas College is a private, 4-year institution known for its business, education, computer science & criminal justice programs. Visit today.
