Association Of Zoos & Aquariums
Executive Assistant to CEO & Director of Administration (Full-Time, Exempt)
Association Of Zoos & Aquariums, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Executive Assistant to CEO & Director of Administration (Full-Time, Exempt)
At
ZooTampa at Lowry Park , we are seeking a highly trusted executive partner to serve as
Executive Assistant to the CEO and Director of Administration . This role sits at the center of leadership, governance, and strategy—supporting the CEO, Board of Trustees, and Executive Leadership Team through sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate what’s needed before it’s asked.
This is a role for someone who thrives in complexity, values confidentiality, and brings calm, credible leadership to high-stakes environments.
Position Summary
Performs various administrative and leadership functions on behalf of CEO, including managing special projects in support of key Zoo priorities. Provides a credible and trustworthy leadership bridge to facilitate smooth communication between the CEO and all Zoo operating divisions and the Board of Trustees. The Executive Assistant/Director of Administration proactively anticipates critical needs and challenges and applies good solution-oriented judgment in a variety of situations, managing multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant/Director of Administration acts independently on assigned projects, from conception to completion or hand-off, seeking input as required, and handles a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Who We Are
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern U.S., with over 1.2 million visitors annually. We have grown to what now encompasses 56 acres of naturalistic wildlife habitats in a lush, tropical garden setting with wide-ranging activities. The Zoo, accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), offers popular educational programming, fun recreational amenities, up-close animal encounters and engaging seasonal events for which it has won awards as one of the country’s most family-friendly zoos.
Our mission
is to rescue, rehabilitate and care for animals; create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways.
Our vision
is that everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife.
Join us and become a part of creating unforgettable natural connections!
Essential Functions (including but not limited to):
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Serves as primary liaison with Board of Trustees
Coordinates BoT and EC meetings with internal and external partners, prepares materials, maintains minutes
Assists with scheduling and coordination of Board committee and LPZEF meetings
Coordinates Trustee orientation
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records for Trustees of the Society, Directors of the Endowment, local, state, and federal governmental officials, and other constituents
Complies with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws
Maintains content on Board portal
Completes a variety of administrative tasks on behalf of the CEO
Offers confidential counsel to CEO
Composes and prepares correspondence that is sometimes confidential
Plans, coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected; is both “gatekeeper
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ZooTampa at Lowry Park , we are seeking a highly trusted executive partner to serve as
Executive Assistant to the CEO and Director of Administration . This role sits at the center of leadership, governance, and strategy—supporting the CEO, Board of Trustees, and Executive Leadership Team through sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate what’s needed before it’s asked.
This is a role for someone who thrives in complexity, values confidentiality, and brings calm, credible leadership to high-stakes environments.
Position Summary
Performs various administrative and leadership functions on behalf of CEO, including managing special projects in support of key Zoo priorities. Provides a credible and trustworthy leadership bridge to facilitate smooth communication between the CEO and all Zoo operating divisions and the Board of Trustees. The Executive Assistant/Director of Administration proactively anticipates critical needs and challenges and applies good solution-oriented judgment in a variety of situations, managing multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant/Director of Administration acts independently on assigned projects, from conception to completion or hand-off, seeking input as required, and handles a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Who We Are
ZooTampa at Lowry Park
is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern U.S., with over 1.2 million visitors annually. We have grown to what now encompasses 56 acres of naturalistic wildlife habitats in a lush, tropical garden setting with wide-ranging activities. The Zoo, accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), offers popular educational programming, fun recreational amenities, up-close animal encounters and engaging seasonal events for which it has won awards as one of the country’s most family-friendly zoos.
Our mission
is to rescue, rehabilitate and care for animals; create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways.
Our vision
is that everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife.
Join us and become a part of creating unforgettable natural connections!
Essential Functions (including but not limited to):
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Serves as primary liaison with Board of Trustees
Coordinates BoT and EC meetings with internal and external partners, prepares materials, maintains minutes
Assists with scheduling and coordination of Board committee and LPZEF meetings
Coordinates Trustee orientation
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records for Trustees of the Society, Directors of the Endowment, local, state, and federal governmental officials, and other constituents
Complies with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws
Maintains content on Board portal
Completes a variety of administrative tasks on behalf of the CEO
Offers confidential counsel to CEO
Composes and prepares correspondence that is sometimes confidential
Plans, coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected; is both “gatekeeper
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