Executive Assistant

23-month temp/contract with potential to extend potential contract to hire

Dates: August 10 2026 November 27 2026

Schedule: MondayFriday 8:00 AM4:00 PM or 9:00 AM5:00 PM

Location: Providence RI 02903 (Onsite) Department will pay for garage parking

Pay Range: $27.50/hour

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organized Executive Assistant to provide critical administrative support to 2 executives within the Office of the Dean. This role will serve as a trusted partner managing complex schedules supporting executive communications coordinating meetings and travel and ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day administrative activities.

The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with exceptional organizational skills strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage calendars schedules and executive time management.
• Draft edit and manage professional correspondence including emails letters and other communications.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for (high level and large) meetings presentations and events
• Assist with event set up and clean up.
• Arrange and manage travel logistics and itineraries.
• Maintain filing and front desk receptionist duties.
• Other ad hoc support as needed.

Environment

• Attire is business casual
• Highly confidentiality and professional setting
• Will be supporting all levels of customers from students to executive levels government officials etc.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree (AA) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 35 years of executive assistant administrative support or office management experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting executives.
• Strong calendar management and scheduling experience.
• Excellent written communication skills with experience drafting professional correspondence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Exceptional organizational time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize competing deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating executive meetings and preparing meeting materials.
• Travel coordination and itinerary management experience.
• Event planning or event coordination experience.
• Experience supporting executive leadership within a professional office environment.

Desired Attributes

• Quick learner who adapts well to changing priorities.
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Dependable punctual and professional.
• Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Service-oriented approach with strong attention to detail.

Why Apply:

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant or Administrative Professional to contribute to a high-visibility leadership office and make an immediate impact through exceptional executive support and operational excellence.

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What nextSource Provides:

• Healthcare Benefits including Medical Prescription Vision & Dental Coverage United Healthcare
• Voluntary STD & LTD New York Life
• 401(k) Retirement Planning Fidelity
• Discount Program

*You are Eligible to participate in the benefits program if you are considered a full-time employee of nextSource working at least 30 hours per week on a consistent coverage will be effective on the 1stof the month following 60 days of employment.