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Administrative Assistant

The George Washington University

The George Washington University

Administration, Education
Posted on Dec 19, 2024
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
The Administrative Assistant will be supporting the Dean of Libraries and Academic Innovation (LAI) and will manage an extensive calendar; prepare briefs, agendas, and all related correspondence; be responsible for briefing reports and information gathering; conduct related research; prepare minutes and special reports involving relevant initiatives and objectives for the unit; prioritize activities, streamline workflow and communications; oversee all scheduling for the Dean and members of the leadership team; identify and develop systems to facilitate the smooth functioning of the Dean’s activities.

The Administrative Assistant has duties that include but are not limited to:

Scheduling and Meeting Preparation
  • Manage the Dean’s calendar and time scheduling, including all business meetings and events, sending RSVPs, responding to meeting requests, making restaurant reservations, and inserting holds and information for personal meetings and events as directed by the Dean.
  • Schedule and organize logistics for group meetings of the Dean and Leadership team. Arrange conference lines for participants as necessary. Solicit agenda items, and arrange meeting locations, take minutes, and provide administrative support and follow-up on matters arising from meetings.
  • May represent the Dean at meetings when necessary.
Task Management, Advance Preparation, and Meeting Follow-up
  • Establish procedures for conducting daily administrative operations in accordance with department and university policies and procedure. Recommends administrative policy changes for approval by the Dean.
  • Maintain appropriate records and files instituting or enforcing accountability and confidentiality procedures according to nature of data.
  • Utilize knowledge and understanding of fundamental operational issues to assist in administrative problem solving, and assist in planning, developing, and implementing projects and programs.
  • Serve as main point of contact and coordinator for multiple projects headed by the Dean involving internal and external individuals, organizations, vendors, and other stakeholders.
  • Assist with event planning and logistics, including interactions with catering and setting up venue spaces for various events.
  • Create and and/or compile draft agendas and briefing material for upcoming Leadership meetings and retreats generated by the Dean of GWLAI, including creating visuals, memorandums, and handouts.
  • Ensure appropriate follow-up from all meetings, such as distributing meeting notes, flagging follow-up items, scheduling next steps, and facilitating progress on action items.
  • Assist visitors with directions to the office and welcome guests upon arrival.
  • Communicate with university administrators and staff, professional associations, and other individuals or groups to exchange information, enlist cooperation, and implement programs within the area of assigned duties.
Administration and Support Services
  • Manage the day-to-day administrative activities of the Dean for Libraries and Academic Innovation
  • Draft briefings, edit correspondence, such as memoranda, reports, emails, mass communications to external and internal constituencies, follow-up letters and other documents on behalf of the Dean to ensure excellence in all communication from the Office of the Dean.
  • Review incoming correspondence and delegates to appropriate department/individual; follow up, as appropriate, with staff to ensure the timely and accurate completion of tasks assigned by Dean.
  • Anticipate the needs of the Dean and use discretion when setting priorities to keep the leaders updated and aware of meetings, agendas, travel, upcoming events, incoming emails and letters, situations relating to the administrative office, campuses, employees and visitors.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality for all matters and issues and share information strategically within and outside the office.
  • Order supplies for the office through the LAI purchase approval workflow.
  • Complete and submit project and event briefings to the Dean as necessary.
  • Arrange all travel logistics and reservations for Dean’s business travel, including airfare, train fare, rental cars, hotels, and meeting/conference registration as applicable. Process reimbursements for all expenses incurred by the Dean and send for approval by applicable personnel.
  • Engage in search procedures to assist with planning and scoping recruitment of GW-Libraries and Academic Innovation key positions. Assist with their transition as needed and to ensure continuous improvement in the way we onboard new leaders.
  • Provide administrative support for other member(s) of the leadership team as assigned/directed by the Dean.
  • Along with the other members of the GWLAI team, models excellence and professionalism for the organization in attire, language, attitude, and demeanor.
  • Serves as the main point of contact for the Dean.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: University Libraries
Family
Sub-Family
Stream
Level
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Hours Per Week: 40
Hiring Range $35.00
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am - 5:30pm
Position Designation:
Telework: No
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Position Type:
Posting Number: T000769
Job Open Date: 12/12/2024
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Applicant Review Will Commence On:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.