Senior Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost of Student Affairs, UMKC Division of Student Affairs

About the Role

The Division of Student Affairs provides student support, services and educational programs to facilitate the growth and development of UMKC students, including educational, personal, social, physical, cultural, leadership and intellectual. We also handle student conduct and responsibilities. Our vision is to empower every student to achieve their fullest potential. Our mission is to foster intentional student experiences through co-curricular programs, support services, and resources. We empower students to achieve academic success, cultivate personal development and well-being and build a strong sense of belonging that inspires meaningful contributions to their communities.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initiation through completion while exercising good judgment and decision-making
• Collaborate effectively across departments and with various stakeholders
• Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Prioritize competing demands effectively
• Anticipate needs and proactively address challenges
• Support campus activities during occasional evening hours

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least four (4) years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience working in higher education
• Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing demands effectively
• Proven ability to independently manage projects from initiation through completion while exercising good judgment and decision-making
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with various stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a collaborative member of a high-performing team
• Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to anticipate needs and proactively address challenges
• Excellent written, verbal, and professional communication skills

Pay

$55,000 - $61,000 annually. Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Schedule

8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with some occasional evenings to support campus activities.

Benefits

As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.