Executive Assistant

Position Announcement: Executive Assistant

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County
Dover New Hampshire
Compensation: $58800$65700(DOE) comprehensive benefits

Opportunity

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) seeks an Executive Assistant to join a mission-driven organization committed to reducing barriers and strengthening community well-being. This role offers meaningful work with measurable community impact a collaborative and supportive organizational culture and the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership. Hybrid work eligibility is available following successful onboarding.

CAPSC operates with an annual budget of approximately $19 million and a staff of 147 delivering essential servicesincluding food security housing early childhood education utilities assistance transportation and emergency shelteracross 13 communities in Strafford County New Hampshire.

Position Summary

The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted partner to the Chief Executive Officer and executive leadership team providing high-level administrative operational and coordination support. This role ensures smooth executive operations proactive calendar and priority management and effective communication across the organization. The Executive Assistant also oversees front office operations and supervises reception helping maintain a professional efficient and welcoming workplace.

This position is ideal for a highly organized discreet and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars schedules meetings and logistics; proactively anticipate conflicts and shifting priorities;
• Serve as a gatekeeper for executive communications handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion;
• Oversee day-to-day office operations including facilities coordination vendors supplies and administrative systems;
• Helps front desk/reception functions and support a positive visitor experience;
• Prepare correspondence reports presentations and tracking tools using Microsoft Office and related platforms;
• Create and maintain digital tracking systems dashboards and records;
• Support executive meetings projects and organizational events as needed;

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible administrative or executive support experience (five or more years preferred)
• Strong executive-level calendar management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High degree of professionalism judgment and discretion
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint and Microsoft 365 tools
• Familiarity with Strafford County and local community resources is a plus
• Valid drivers license and insured vehicle (or acceptable alternative)
• Ability to attend meetings or events as required
• Employment screening includes background check driving record check

Compensation & Benefits

CAPSC offers a competitive compensation package including medical dental and vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan; generous paid time off; paid holidays; flexible spending accounts; childcare reimbursement; life and disability insurance; and work/life support resources.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to . Review of applications will begin September 18th and continue until the position is filled. No phone calls or emails please.