Executive Assistant

Are you a highly organized and dynamic individual looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment? Join our team as a top-notch Executive Assistant, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional administrative support to our esteemed President and Cabinet members at our cutting-edge Royal Oak Campus!

As the Executive Assistant, you will be the crucial bridge connecting our leadership team with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and coordination across all fronts. Your role will encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including managing schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and overseeing various projects with precision and finesse. Acting as the primary point of contact, you will interface with stakeholders, screening correspondence and calls, and keeping the leadership team informed of pertinent matters. Your attention to detail will shine through in tasks such as preparing correspondence, compiling reports, and managing all aspects of meetings led by the President and Cabinet members. Your discretion in handling confidential information and administrative records will be paramount, as will your ability to facilitate event preparation and provide authoritative information on college policies and decisions. Overall, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the President and Cabinet members in effectively navigating their roles and responsibilities.

At Baker College, we're on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President's vision is ambitious and dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. We are proud to announce that Baker College has been recognized as one of the 2024 winners of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in both West Michigan and Metro Detroit! This prestigious award highlights our commitment to creating an innovative, thoughtful, and inclusive workplace.

Join us in fostering a culture of inclusion and engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated. The successful candidate will believe in and support the Student-First philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus. Establishing robust external relationships to bolster Baker College's vision and mission will also be a key responsibility. Join us in shaping the future of education and leadership.

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ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution—it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

Further Together!

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DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Our College strives to be exemplars in the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion by working in communion with multiple levels of professional representation throughout our college system. We are committed to our initiatives to fully understand how we can advance our levels of diversity, equity, and inclusion and create a culture that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Baker College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

Baker College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located in the Baker College Title IX Policy.

Please visit our DEI Page to learn more about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Baker College.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will possess a Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Human Services, or a related field. Additionally, they should have a robust background with a minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in office or administrative support positions, preferably in supporting C-Level Executives. This candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, enabling them to excel in managing the multifaceted responsibilities associated with this dynamic role. Their educational background and professional experience will serve as a solid foundation for effectively supporting the President and Cabinet members in navigating various administrative tasks and complex projects.