Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff (INTERNAL ONLY)

Search # : 499274

Work type : Full-time

Location : Storrs Campus

Categories : Administrative Services

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JOB SUMMARY

The Office of the President invites applications for the position of Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff to provide confidential administrative and operational support.

The incumbent in this position will independently perform a full range of administrative and operational support services, preserving confidentiality and exercising a high level of discretion in performing assigned responsibilities. This position serves in the dual capacity of providing executive-level administrative support, as well as logistical and operational support, which may include acting as the agent of the Chief of Staff in routine administrative matters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Provide executive-level administrative, logistical, and operational support to the Chief of Staff, occasionally acting as their agent in routine administrative matters.
• Maintain and oversee office communication channels (web, email, university-wide communications, calendars, and new technologies), recommending efficiencies and improvements.

Project & Initiative Support

Communications & Liaison

Office Operations & Resource Management

Confidentiality & Issue Management

Additional Responsibilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a 40 hour per week, full-time, 12-month Confidential position, with an excellent benefits package including medical and retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition reimbursement at the University of Connecticut (outlined here : https : / / hr.uconn.edu / employee-benefits-overview / ). This position requires travel to meetings and satellite offices within the state, primarily in Storrs and Farmington.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https : / / hr.uconn.edu / jobs , Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499274 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11 : 55 p.m. Eastern time on October 20, 2025.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at https : / / portal.ct.gov / Ethics / Statutes-and-Regulations .

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA / EEO Employer.

Advertised : Oct 06 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close : Oct 20 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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