Student Affairs is searching for an experienced Executive Assistant. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary administrative partner to the Vice Provost for Student Affairs, a member of the University Cabinet. The Executive Assistant also provides advanced, highly confidential support; anticipates needs; solves problems proactively; and operates with wide discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance. This role requires exceptional organization, communication, and the ability to keep a fast-moving executive running smoothly.
Manage the Vice Provost’s complex, dynamic calendar across internal and external stakeholders. Protect their time, track changes in real-time, and independently commit their availability based on deep understanding of priorities.
Arrange travel for the Vice Provost, VPSA consultants, and select candidates; prepare detailed itineraries and meeting briefings.
Evaluate and organize the Vice Provost's time around competing priorities.
Plan, prioritize, and oversee logistics for meetings and conferences involving senior leaders, donors, government officials, and other university partners.
Coordinate multiple VPSA committees, task forces, and staff groups, including hybrid/in-person setups, space reservations, and catering.
Schedule all 1:1 meetings with the President/Provost’s offices, campus Vice Provosts, AVPs, Development, and high-net-worth donors.
Track deadlines and critical dates, ensuring all follow-up actions are completed.
Serve as the Vice Provost’s liaison to internal and external constituencies; greet visitors, screen communications, and keep the executive informed of issues requiring attention.
Manage the Vice Provost’s departmental email account; screen, track, and respond to correspondence.
Draft and edit communications, including all-staff messages, event announcements, and executive emails.
Proofread materials and compile contact lists for cross-university leadership networks.
Monitor timelines and details for major Student Affairs initiatives such as Town Halls, staff events, speaking engagements, and special projects.
Maintain organized digital files, shared documents, and office systems; oversee supplies and office operations.
Provide oversight for shared executive assistant coverage across Student Affairs, including coverage planning, project coordination, and event support.
Supervise and assign tasks to student workers.
Coordinate with Meeting Services and Facilities on events hosted by the Vice Provost.
Process expenses and verifications in Stanford’s Oracle Financials.
Manage contract requests for outside vendors and consultants.
Review timecards for the Vice Provost’s direct reports and signal when ready for approval.
Provide scheduling support to Student Affairs AVPs as needed.
*Other duties may be assigned
Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Extensive experience supporting executive-level leaders in complex environments.
Outstanding written and verbal communication, including editing and proofreading.
Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and manage sensitive issues with diplomacy.
Ability to build trust and positive relationships across a wide range of internal and external partners.
Strong understanding of higher-education executive roles and context.
Ability to multitask, adapt quickly, and meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
Advanced skills with office software and email applications.
None required.
Constant desk-based computer work; frequent sitting.
Occasional standing/walking, reaching, light grasping, phone use, and lifting up to 10 lbs.
Rare bending, twisting, kneeling, or squatting.
Onsite, typically requiring 5 days per week on campus.
Occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
Commitment to safety and adherence to university policies and procedures.
Consistent professionalism and accountability.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $112,312 - $123,962 annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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