Executive Assistant for the Office of Governmental Relations and Audit and Compliance

Executive Assistant for the Office of Governmental Relations and Audit and Compliance

Title : Executive Assistant for the Office of Governmental Relations and Audit and Compliance

Agency : PRESIDENT

Location : Richmond, VA

FLSA : Exempt

Full Time or Part Time : Full Time

Job Description :

The Executive Assistant will provide administrative support to both the Vice President for Governmental Relations and the Senior Associate Vice President for Audit and Compliance, ensuring smooth and efficient operations across both offices. This dual-role position requires exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage complex schedules, communications, and priorities for two senior leaders.

The Executive Assistant will coordinate meetings, prepare and review correspondence, proofread reports and presentations, manage travel arrangements, oversee budgets, and support outreach and programming efforts. The role involves frequent interaction with internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, university leadership, and compliance partners. This position is based in Richmond, Virginia, with occasional travel to the Norfolk campus.

Minimum Qualifications :

Demonstrated ability to effectively oversee office operations and executive level support

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials and university leadership

High attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and review

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality, safeguarding sensitive documents and / or information and exercise sound judgement

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat

Additional Considerations :