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Job Summary/Basic Function:

: The Office of the President seeks a highly qualified individual to serve as the Executive Assistant to the President. Reporting directly to the President, the Executive Assistant serves as the operational and executive coordination lead for the President's Office and provides high-level, confidential support to the President and senior leadership. The position manages executive office operations, presidential scheduling and preparation, governance and senior leadership processes, presidential communications, institutional coordination, and special projects. The Executive Assistant also serves as Secretary to the College Council and works closely with senior campus leaders, SUNY System Administration, governance bodies, and internal and external constituencies. This position is a M/C position.

Required Qualifications:

: Bachelor's Degree Demonstrated exceptional judgment, discretion, organizational and communication skills Ability to manage complex and competing priorities in a highly collaborative executive environment. We are seeking candidates who possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with an increasingly diverse array of students and colleagues and who have demonstrated a commitment to creating, fostering and sustaining an inclusive environment in and out of the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications:

: We are, especially, seeking candidates who have engaged in professional development activities to enhance knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion and have worked collaboratively across various departments in fostering success of underrepresented groups and a supportive and inclusive environment for all. Job Requirements & Essential Functions of the

Job:

: Maintain the President's schedule, proactively addressing conflicts, prioritizing meetings, and ensuring briefing materials are prepared in advance. Project Management and Institutional Initiatives Provide oversight and direction to administrative hub staff who serve the President, Provost, and Chief Diversity Officer regarding workflow prioritization, event management, resource coordination, and compliance tracking. Manage planning, logistics, and execution of major institutional events, including Presidential Scholars Receptions, Commencement activities, ribbon cuttings, and governance-related events. Oversee President's Office financial and administrative workflows, including appropriate account, purchasing, reconciliation, and reporting responsibilities, in accordance with SUNY, State, and Foundation requirements. Ensure compliance with SUNY, State, and Foundation financial policies and reporting requirements. Maintain accurate records for official Presidential documents, College Council records, compliance certifications, and institutional communications. Coordinate timely policy updates in collaboration with relevant offices, ensuring public-facing documents and website materials remain current. Serve as a primary point of contact for SUNY System offices, New York State agencies, College Council members, and community partners. Special Instructions to

Applicants:

: For other document 1, please upload a document with the name and contact information for three professional references.

Local Title:

Executive Assistant to the President