Executive Assistant to the President

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) is a premier independent PreK-12th grade school located just outside metro Atlanta. We are a faith-infused academically rich community recognized for teaching quality as well as exceptional arts and athletics. We are Christians change-makers dreamers and hard workers. Together we are raising a generation of inspired generous leaders. We are a community where high academic rigor is matched by active faith and a deep commitment to caring for one another on a collegiate-style campus. We live out our passions our curiosity and our faith in the collective pursuit to Be Greater. The mission of Greater Atlanta Christian School is to help each student grow as Jesus did in wisdom in stature and in favor with God and man.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Executive Assistant to the President is a highly trusted member of the Office of the President who provides exceptional executive administrative organizational and project support to the President of Greater Atlanta Christian School.

More than managing schedules and logistics the Executive Assistant helps maximize the Presidents effectiveness by anticipating needs managing priorities facilitating communication coordinating important initiatives and ensuring consistent follow-through. The Executive Assistant serves as a key liaison among the President Board of Trustees senior leadership faculty and staff parents donors and external partners.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional judgment discretion initiative organization communication and attention to detail while representing the President and GAC with warmth professionalism and a deep commitment to the schools Christian mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Executive & Strategic Support

• Manage and maintain the Presidents complex and dynamic calendar strategically prioritizing meetings travel school events and other commitments.
• Anticipate the Presidents needs and proactively prepare information materials schedules and logistics necessary for meetings travel and events.
• Draft edit and proofread correspondence reports presentations and other communications on behalf of the President with the ability to appropriately reflect the Presidents voice and GACs mission and culture.
• Maintain and retrieve historical records and archived information to provide appropriate context regarding prior decisions and initiatives.
• Conduct research and prepare background materials to support decision-making.
• Assist with the preparation of speeches presentations and other public-facing materials.
• Organize and prioritize incoming communications (emails phone calls letters) and ensure timely responses or appropriate delegation.

Relationship Management

• Serve as a professional and welcoming point of contact for individuals seeking access to the President and the Office of the President.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with faculty and staff senior leaders Board members parents donors alumni community leaders and external partners.
• Exercise sound judgment in determining priorities routing requests resolving issues and determining when matters require the Presidents direct attention.
• Represent the President and GAC with professionalism warmth responsiveness and discretion.
• Assist in preparing communications presentations reports and other materials for internal and external audiences.

Board & Governance Support

• Serve as the primary administrative liaison between the President and the Board of Trustees.
• Coordinate Board committee retreat and other governance-related meetings in partnership with the President and Board leadership.
• Prepare and organize agendas Board materials presentations reports minutes and other governance documents.
• Maintain Board records calendars rosters and other relevant governance information.
• Track Board-related commitments decisions and follow-up items to ensure timely completion.
• Coordinate communication and logistics with Trustees Foundation Directors Advisory Members and other key stakeholders as appropriate.

Project & Strategic Support

• Coordinate and support key projects and strategic initiatives led by the President ensuring clear timelines responsibilities and follow-through.
• Track priorities commitments milestones and action items and proactively identify areas requiring attention.
• Collaborate across departments and committees to gather information and advance initiatives that span multiple areas of the school.
• Support the schools strategic planning process through information gathering documentation communication meeting coordination and progress tracking.
• Coordinate the collection analysis and presentation of key institutional data and annual statistics including materials prepared for the Board.
• Provide the President with timely updates regarding project status outstanding decisions deadlines and emerging issues.

Meetings Events & Special Initiatives

• Organize events conferences meetings retreats and other gatherings hosted by the President ensuring logistics are handled efficiently and with excellence.
• Provide support for Board events donor gatherings fundraising activities and other significant school functions as required.
• Collaborate effectively across departments to coordinate work involving the Office of the President.
• Model and reinforce a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A growing and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ and demonstrated commitment to Christian faith and practice.
• Strong alignment with GACs Statement of Faith Community Covenant mission values and educational philosophy.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in executive support administration project management or a comparable professional role preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and complex schedules.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including strong editing and proofreading ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Uncompromising commitment to confidentiality integrity professionalism and discretion.
• Strong judgment initiative and problem-solving skills including the ability to anticipate needs and appropriately handle complex or ambiguous situations.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with an ability to understand broader organizational priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting priorities.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and related productivity tools.
• Strong proficiency with Apple/Mac platforms and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with digital document management version control shared files and collaborative work platforms.
• Strong general technology aptitude and ability to quickly learn new systems and applications.
• Comfort appropriately utilizing emerging productivity and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency communication research and organization while maintaining appropriate standards for confidentiality and data security.
• Experience with data analysis reporting project management systems or Board management platforms is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a full-time 12-month exempt position. The Executive Assistant will generally work during regular school and business hours with flexibility required for occasional early morning evening or weekend meetings Board activities special events and other responsibilities associated with the Office of the President.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of required background screening drug and alcohol screening and reference checks.

Acknowledgment of and agreement with GACs Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.

Greater Atlanta Christian School Statement Of Faith

Greater Atlanta Christian School Community Covenant

PERKS AND BENEFITS

GAC offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare benefits retirement plan professional development opportunities an all-inclusive dining program onsite fitness facilities and the opportunity to work within a vibrant Christian community of talented and engaged professionals.

Greater Atlanta Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. As allowed by federal law Greater Atlanta Christian School seeks applicants who are in concert with and will support its mission.