Job Details

Executive Assistant

Position Number: 6955652
Location: Providence, RI
Position Type: Executive Assistants

Executive Assistant
Brown University

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Job Description:

The Executive Assistant (EA) provides executive-level administrative support to the AVP of Institutional Equity and Compliance and provides general administrative support for the Office of Equity Compliance and Reporting (OECR). The Assistant supports the AVP across all activities and ensures there is follow through on all agendas, logistics, and initiatives. This includes high-level, direct support with calendar management, event planning and management, the OECR operating budget, and liaising with internal offices. The incumbent is relied upon to research, analyze and resolve issues that arise to make effective use of the management team's time. The EA serves as an initial point of contact for the office, including in many high stress or crisis situations, and deals with a wide variety of key office constituents including students in a fast-paced setting. The EA manages calendars and coordinates appointments with large groups and individual students, provides meeting and event support, tracks and orders inventory and supplies, assists with office equipment setup and maintenance in collaboration with campus partners, and assists with financial and recordkeeping functions.

The EA regularly exercises confidentiality, diplomacy and discretion in supporting the AVP and leadership while managing sensitive and confidential information. In addition to managing daily correspondence, the EA prepares background and meeting materials, reports and basic data collation. This position will require flexible hours including occasional evenings and weekends in conjunction with the AVP's schedule and commitments.

Job Qualifications

Education and experience

Bachelor's degree plus at least 2 years of administrative experience, or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
Experience in a university setting is preferred.

Job Competencies

Excellent oral and written communication skills with a very strong customer service orientation.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying needs and solutions.
Customer-focused, customer service oriented.
Excellent attention to detail.
Experience with event planning and scheduling.
Works independently and uses judgment and discretion.
Ability to be flexible in a constantly shifting environment with tight deadlines and high volume of activity.
Excellent administrative and organization skills to facilitate timely and professional deliverables.
Initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
Experience working in a large, fast paced, diverse, and inclusive work setting.
Excellent computer proficiency, including Zoom, Google Suite of collaborative tools, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Workday; scheduling software (Google preferred); Adobe Professional and other database systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying needs, conducting research and developing innovative proposals, solutions and programs.
Ability to comfortably and often serve as the first point of contact for the AVP and OECR.
Demonstrated ability to maintain high-level discretion, confidentiality, and lead with tact.
Proven written communication and editing skills for preparing correspondence, documents, reports and executive level correspondences, utilizing correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Sensitivity to students and other constituents with varying and intersectional identities.

Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about Brown University's benefits, please visit here for further information.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-02-13

Job Posting Title:
Executive Assistant

Department:
Office of Equity Compliance and Reporting

Grade:
Grade 8

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5

Position Work Location:
Hybrid

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.