Working/Functional TitleWharton Center Executive Assistant

　　Position SummaryThe Executive Assistant provides high-level project management, and administrative support to the Executive Director (MSU Executive Management) and senior management within Wharton Center. This role requires a combination of organizational skills, discretion, and effective communication to ensure the smooth functioning of the executive's office. The Executive Staff Assistant plays a crucial role in managing day-to-day tasks/projects, coordinating schedules, and facilitating communication between the executive and internal/external stakeholders.

　　Work location: position is in East Lansing with an office location at the Wharton Center. Position will be welcome to a 20% remote on a weekly average based on event schedule.

　　Unit Specific Education/Experience/SkillsKnowledge normally acquired through a high school education with course work in word processing, typing, shorthand, and grammar; five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive University work experience in maintaining account ledgers, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software; editing, composing correspondence, taking dictation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Desired QualificationsA bachelor's degree or equivalent. Five years of experience in office or department administration.  Office management experience. Excellent computer skills, including a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. 

　　Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Required Application MaterialsResume and cover letter

　　Work HoursSTANDARD 8-5

　　Websitehttps://www.whartoncenter.com/

　　Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

　　Bidding eligibility ends January 23, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.