Executive Administrative Assistant, Marketing & Communications

Company Overview Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law. Job Overview Under the direct supervision of the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, the Executive Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to the Marketing & Communications function. This role supports the coordination and execution of departmental initiatives by working across multiple internal departments, including Finance, Supply Chain, and Legal, as well as external vendors. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent is expected to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and support the efficient operation of department processes and workflows. Responsibilities Provide administrative and operational support to Marketing & Communications leadership and team members Coordinate with internal departments, including Finance, Supply Chain, and Legal, to support procurement, contract processing, and payment workflows Initiate and track purchase orders and invoices; assist with budget tracking and financial documentation as needed Serve as a point of contact for external vendors to support quotes, timelines, deliverables, and follow-up communications Assist with contract routing and documentation to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures Support the planning and coordination of meetings, conferences, and departmental events, including logistics and vendor coordination Manage executive scheduling, travel arrangements, and related administrative tasks Maintain organized records of contracts, invoices, and supporting documentation Assist with the coordination and execution of marketing initiatives and special projects as assigned Respond to internal and external inquiries, providing information and support in a timely and professional manner Identify opportunities to improve administrative and operational processes and support the implementation of improvements This is not an all-inclusive list of this job's responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

5 years of administrative assistance/clerical experience Profciency in MS Office Strong command of the English language Confidentiality, problem-solving, and prioritization skills Strong sense of customer service for internal and external customers Ability to work independently, utilizing effective time management