Executive Assistant

Department: VMEXEC | Location: Des Moines, IA | Job Type: Full-time | Travel: Occasional

About the role

The Executive Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support to an executive, ensuring efficient time management and productive interactions with staff and the public. This role involves handling a wide range of administrative tasks, independently managing projects, information, and people, while maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage the executive's schedule, including complex meeting arrangements and travel planning
• Prepare for meetings, including gathering materials and coordinating logistics
• Conduct research and information gathering, preparing summaries and reports for the executive
• Handle follow-up tasks and action items from meetings and communications
• Develop and maintain positive relationships at all levels of the organization
• Implement processes to manage projects and information flow
• Use discretion and judgment to facilitate the executive's activities
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• May direct and deploy support staff or other resources as needed
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of related experience in administrative support, preferably as an executive assistant
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the specific industry or field of the executive
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Familiarity with scheduling and travel booking software

Work Environment

This position is situated in a professional office setting, providing a structured work environment. The role may require occasional travel, necessitating flexibility and adaptability to different locations. Given the nature of the job, there may be instances where extended hours are necessary to meet deadlines or support the executive's schedule, demanding a commitment to time management and work prioritization. The position typically involves the ability to sit for extended periods and use a computer for prolonged periods.

About Us

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger—working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits

• Regular performance reviews
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program