Job Details

JOB TITLE
Executive Assistant

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Undergraduate Enrollment

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
To serve as the executive assistant to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and provide additional administrative support for the enrollment division.

WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for Vice President for Enrollment Management (manage calendar appointments; screen telephone calls; take meeting notes; assist with the planning of arranging travel, meetings, and conferences, etc.).
• Provide administrative support for the division.
• Coordinate the planning of division meetings and the annual retreat.
• Support and enhance the enrollment division's collaborative team culture in alignment with WPI's values of respect, community, and inclusion.
• Exercise independent judgement and discretion over decisions pertaining to the budget, organization, planning, and communications with internal and external constituencies.
• Assist with preparing reports, presentations, meeting notes, routine letters, and memos.
• Create and maintain easily accessible files and records on behalf of the division.
• Participate in key university and division initiatives (WPI's Strategic Plan, admissions recruitment planning, and long-term enrollment planning).
• Staff and support division events.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Requirements

• High school graduate
• Five or more years of related work experience, preferably in an academic or office setting
• Growth-mindset; curiosity; passion for learning
• High level of emotional intelligence
• People-centric; relationship building skills
• Experience and interest in working as part of a collaborative team
• Personal commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an equitable and inclusive environment that fosters a sense of belonging for all community members
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Effective time management; experience managing multiple projects at a time
• Ability to prioritize and use discretion in decision-making
• Proficient in common computer systems such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, or their equivalent; proficient or trainable in additional software used by the division (i.e. Salesforce, Qualtrics, etc.)
• Some nights and weekends may be required

Salary range is: $23.90 - $28.12 per hour. To apply please submit a resume and cover letter.

WPI requires that all employees to be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 and boosted (if applicable). For additional information, please go to https://www.wpi.edu/we-are-wpi.

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Executive-Assistant_R0002096

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.





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