Executive Assistant - Washington, United States - Community College Preparatory Academy Public Charter Schools

Community College Preparatory Academy Public Charter Schools

Verified Company

Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Title

Executive_ Assistant_

Department

CEO Unit_

Reports To
- _C_hief Executive Officer, Chief Advocacy Officer_

About
Us

Welcome to the Community College Preparatory Academy, the first adult charter school in our region dedicated to the lifelong learning of under-accredited adults and the chronically unemployed.

Our mission is to serve adult learners—empowering them to be "future-ready" through rigorous education and practical skills training, paving the way for meaningful employment and personal fulfillment.

Our Commitment to Excellence:

At Community College Preparatory Academy, we pride ourselves on providing a high-standard, supportive learning environment tailored specifically to adult learners.

Our newly designed, state-of-the-art facility aligns perfectly with the unique needs of adult education.

It features flexible classroom spaces, advanced technological resources, and a variety of learning environments that promote both collaborative and independent study.

Our Core Values:

Start-Up Mentality with

Strong Experience:

As a growing institution, we embody the agility and innovative spirit of a start-up while leveraging the deep and varied professional experience of our dedicated educators and staff.

Cultural Competence: We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and understood. Our staff is trained to recognize and bridge cultural gaps, ensuring a holistic and respectful learning experience.
Innovative Problem Solvers: We believe in strategic and inventive thinking, in thinking outside the box. With unrivaled intensity, our team continuously seeks creative solutions to meet the unique challenges faced by our students, from flexible scheduling to personalized learning plans.

Mission-Oriented:
Our focus remains steadfast on our mission to uplift and educate. Our commitment to transforming lives through education drives every decision and action.

Join Our Team as an Executive Assistant

If you are driven to make a real difference in the lives of adult learners and have the skills and dedication to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.

Join us at Community College Preparatory Academy, where you can help shape the future of adult education and transform lives through learning.

Job
Overview

The Executive Assistant plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive support to top-level management, including the CEO/CAO, both individually and collaboratively.

Serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, this position involves organizing executive outreach, managing external relations, and overseeing special projects.

Moreover, the Executive Assistant must demonstrate sound judgment across various situations and maintain confidentiality with discretion.

The ability to manage multiple priorities independently, from inception to completion, is crucial, along with the capacity to perform effectively under pressure.

Duties
and
Responsibilities
Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO/CAO including:

managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports;

composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.

Plans, coordinates, and ensures the CEO/CAO's schedule is followed and respected.
Ability to "gatekeep" professionally and create winwin situations for direct access to the CEO/CAO's time and calendar.
Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO/CAO, including those of a sensitive or confidential matter.
Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response with discernment whether input is needed from the CEO/CAO.
Works closely and effectively with the CEO/CAO to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities.
Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization and manages a variety of special projects for the CAO/CEO.
Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a handson approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO/CAO's ability to effectively lead the company

Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.

Senior Management Liaison

Participates as an adjunct Executive Team member, including assisting in scheduling meetings and attending all meetings as requested.
Assists in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and offsite, and all

- staff meetings.

Strategic Initiatives