Executive Administrative Assistant – Temporary

Emory University

. Manage the daily operations of the LGS Dean’s Office .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates strong organizational and administrative capabilities, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to manage complex schedules and communications effectively. Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills and a solutions-oriented approach to support executive leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Proficiency In Microsoft Office SuiteOffice Administration ExperienceExcellent Communication SkillsBudget Preparation And MonitoringMeeting And Conference Logistics

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Office AdministrationBudget PreparationProject Proposal MonitoringTravel CoordinationReport PreparationTyping 60 Words Per MinuteResearch And Information Compilation

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedSolutions-OrientedInterpersonal SkillsConfidence And Discretion

Tools & Technologies

Digital PlatformsAdministrative SystemsPersonal Computer Software Applications

Industry Keywords

Executive SupportOperational ManagementOrganizational PoliciesClerical SupervisionEmory University

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the daily operations of the LGS Dean’s Office
Provide high-level administrative support to the Dean and Associate Dean
Strategically manage schedules and maintain executive calendars
Coordinate complex domestic or foreign travel arrangements
Prepare detailed briefings in consultation with appropriate offices
Ensure smooth communication across internal and external constituencies
Handle meeting and conference logistics
Prepare and monitor budgets and project proposals
Research and compile information for reports and presentations, including charts and graphs
Manage office preparations
Review incoming correspondence and forward or respond appropriately
Lead meetings addressing operational issues and develop recommendations and action plans
Assist with administration and interpretation of organizational policies and procedures
Potentially supervise and schedule clerical and secretarial staff
Initiate paperwork for employee transactions and assist with investigating and resolving employee issues
Act as a spokesperson for departmental inquiries when needed
Provide daily and long-range assistance on internal and external assignments
Support the Dean on campus-wide and divisional issues, projects, and programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, or a related field and three years of office administration or senior secretarial experience, or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training
Previous experience with various personal computer software applications
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort using a variety of digital platforms and administrative systems
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and software tools
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized and solutions-oriented
Ability to anticipate the Dean’s needs
Confidence, discretion, and comfort respectfully challenging ideas
Ability to type or keyboard 60 accurate words per minute may be required
Must reside within the State of Georgia
Ability to commute to Emory University as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities