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Executive Assistant to the Dean-School of Dental Medicine

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences · Yakima, WA · 2 mo ago
Administrative$53k/yrFull-time

General Summary

The position manages, coordinates, and performs complex administrative duties in support of an executive level position. Responsibilities include managing payroll and budgets, time and attendance, arranging travel and events, managing projects and contracts, serving as a point of contact with internal and external stakeholders, coordinating continuing education and accreditation activities, supporting committees and assisting with meetings, and assisting with assessments. The position also mentors and trains administrative support staff.

Essential Job Functions

  • Completes complex administrative tasks in support of a PNWU department or program. Responsible for scheduling, managing communications via mail, email, and phone.
  • Facilitates development of policies and procedures.
  • Assists with Human Resources tasks, including payroll, training, and onboarding. Mentors and trains administrative staff. Develops and implements workflows.
  • Captures and coordinates education related activities, including Continuing Education and accreditation.
  • Serves as a liaison for committees and meetings with scheduling, recording minutes, and transcribing. Represents executives at meetings when necessary.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.

Education

  • Required: Bachelor's Degree

Experience

  • Required: 4-6 years

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

  • Effective communication (both written and oral)
  • Independent decision making
  • Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
  • Problem solving
  • Public speaking
  • Administrative procedures and practices
  • Human resources principles and practices
  • Business management and fiscal practices
  • Computer and network operating systems
  • Customer service principles and practices
  • Project management principles, processes, and techniques
  • Data entry and typing skills
  • Operate relevant equipment

To Apply

To ensure full consideration submit:

  • A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position
  • Detailed resume
  • Contact information for three professional references

Benefits

  • Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403b with Roth Option
  • Paid Holidays

About PNWU

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. The University offers various degrees and enrolls over 550 students annually. PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south-central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five-state region.

Employment Information

  • Hiring Rate: $25.38- $31.73
  • Payroll Information: Annual Minimum Salary-$52,800-Annual Maximum Salary-$79,200
  • Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
  • Hiring Period: 05/07/2026 - Until Filled
  • PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution.

Additional Information

To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.

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