Assistant to the Vice Provost of Student Affairs

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level, confidential administrative support to the Vice Provost of Student Affairs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituents
• Lead, manage, and advance strategic projects for the department and the Student Affairs Division
• Research, prioritize, and follow up on sensitive issues and concerns addressed to the Vice Provost
• Manage office operations, including event coordination, project planning, and strategic planning
• Analyze and summarize information for reports and maintain open communication across the university

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five years of experience managing administrative support
• Proficiency in office software, including databases, spreadsheets, and word processing
• Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures within a complex academic institution or similar organization
• Experience in personnel administration
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional work experience in a higher education environment
• Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-volume office setting
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of constituents, including students, faculty, and alumni
• Experience providing support to senior leadership roles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high attention to detail

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Paid sick and vacation leave, plus paid holidays
• Retirement and deferred compensation options
• Employee tuition waiver and training/development opportunities

About the Company

Washington State University is a premier land-grant research university with multiple campuses across Washington state. WSU is dedicated to academic excellence, innovative research, and serving the needs of the state, nation, and world through a focus on innovation and accountability.