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St Mary's School for the Deaf
Executive Administrative Assistant
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What they do
An Executive Assistant provides skilled administrative support for a company executive or professional staff at an organization. Schedules meetings, calls and travel, manages correspondence, handles outside information requests and staff communications; may assist with preparing presentations.
$79,341 / year median in New York
-20% projected decline
Job Description
The Executive Administrative Assistant to School Administration provides high-level administrative support to senior leadership. This role serves as a key liaison between the executive office and internal and external stakeholders, ensuring efficient operations, effective communication, and exceptional service delivery. Salaried Exempt Position Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain executive calendars; coordinate meetings, candidate interviews, and events; and ensure efficient scheduling and time management for school leadership. Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external communications. Draft, proofread, and format correspondence, reports, and presentations with a high level of professionalism and accuracy. Prepare meeting agendas, coordinate logistics, and take accurate minutes for leadership meetings, including Orientation Day, Board of Directors and committee meetings. Maintain confidential personnel and administrative records. Ensure accurate data entry, database updates, and reconciliation across school systems. Act as Recording Secretary for designated committees. Attend meetings, document proceedings, and maintain organized records and documentation. Work collaboratively with the Business Office, Human Resources, Facilities, and Technology departments to support overall school operations. Conduct research and compile information to support leadership briefings, reporting requirements, and accreditation processes. Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the School's Administrators. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of supporting school administration/leadership or C-Level executives. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with PowerSchool or similar student/school management systems preferred. Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL), or a willingness to learn, is required. Candidates should be open to completing a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) and working toward the proficiency level established for the position by SMSD, with support for continued skill development. Exceptional organizational, time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion Proven experience managing complex calendars and coordinating meetings and events High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside of the workday or work week for special programs, events, and meetings is required.