Executive Assistant
GovernmentJobs.com, Vancouver, WA, United States
Executive Assistant
The Washington State School for the Blind is seeking a highly skilled, detail-driven Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees (BOT). This position plays a central role in ensuring smooth executive operations, effective communication across the agency, and accurate management of critical administrative, governance, and compliance functions. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and a professional who thrives in a dynamic environment with diverse responsibilities.
This position is central and essential to the smooth functioning of the agency's leadership, governance, and operational systems. The Executive Assistant ensures that critical processes run efficiently, communication flows effectively, and the Superintendent and Board are supported in fulfilling their responsibilities to students, staff, and the community.
This position is open until filled. The hiring manager reserves the right to close this position at any time so apply early for optimal consideration.
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience working with diverse stakeholders in a professional environment.
Proficiency with office software and database systems; QuickBooks experience preferred.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Knowledge of public agency operations, public records, and records retention is highly desirable.
To begin the online application process, click the 'Apply' button at the top of this announcement. To be considered for this position, you must include the following information in your online application and complete any supplemental questionnaire(s).
A completed online application profile that includes education and employment history (applications that state "see my resume" or similar language on the application may be considered incomplete); and,
Provide and allow contact for three professional references in your application. This must include at least one supervisor. All reference and employer contact information must be up-to-date/complete.
For security purposes, attachments will not be opened. If you have a cover letter and/or resume, letters of recommendation, or other documents of a similar nature that you wish to share, you may bring them to any scheduled interview. You will be reminded to submit official transcripts and certifications at the time of your scheduled interview. Please remove or black out personally identifiable information (such as social security number, date of birth, photos, educational years or dates, salary history, etc.) from any submissions on your application. For questions or information regarding the online application, please email hr@wssb.wa.gov.
The Washington State School for the Blind is seeking a highly skilled, detail-driven Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees (BOT). This position plays a central role in ensuring smooth executive operations, effective communication across the agency, and accurate management of critical administrative, governance, and compliance functions. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and a professional who thrives in a dynamic environment with diverse responsibilities.
This position is central and essential to the smooth functioning of the agency's leadership, governance, and operational systems. The Executive Assistant ensures that critical processes run efficiently, communication flows effectively, and the Superintendent and Board are supported in fulfilling their responsibilities to students, staff, and the community.
This position is open until filled. The hiring manager reserves the right to close this position at any time so apply early for optimal consideration.
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience working with diverse stakeholders in a professional environment.
Proficiency with office software and database systems; QuickBooks experience preferred.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Knowledge of public agency operations, public records, and records retention is highly desirable.
To begin the online application process, click the 'Apply' button at the top of this announcement. To be considered for this position, you must include the following information in your online application and complete any supplemental questionnaire(s).
A completed online application profile that includes education and employment history (applications that state "see my resume" or similar language on the application may be considered incomplete); and,
Provide and allow contact for three professional references in your application. This must include at least one supervisor. All reference and employer contact information must be up-to-date/complete.
For security purposes, attachments will not be opened. If you have a cover letter and/or resume, letters of recommendation, or other documents of a similar nature that you wish to share, you may bring them to any scheduled interview. You will be reminded to submit official transcripts and certifications at the time of your scheduled interview. Please remove or black out personally identifiable information (such as social security number, date of birth, photos, educational years or dates, salary history, etc.) from any submissions on your application. For questions or information regarding the online application, please email hr@wssb.wa.gov.