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Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

100005 Ofc Exec VP Admin & Finance

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 111

Compensation Range:

$63,815.00 - $95,723.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Under general guidance and with significant latitude for independent judgment and initiative, this position serves as a critical member of the Office of the Executive Vice President, Administration & and Finance and CFO (EVP) providing day-to-day executive-level administrative support and provides administrative and logistical support for activities and events managed by the office.

This position works closely with all Office of the EVP staff in a fast-paced, team-oriented, high-visibility environment and acts as a liaison between the office and executives and high-level administrative staff within and outside the University. The duties of this position require the need for absolute confidentiality, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail.

NOTE: A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of the resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and describe the skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered for the position.

• Manages the calendar for the EVP. Using independent judgment, makes scheduling decisions based on knowledge of priorities and other time commitments and obligations. • Manages, tracks, triages and/or directly responds to the daily flow of incoming and outgoing requests and correspondence for the office. Uses keen judgement and problem-solving skills in prioritizing and responding appropriately to challenging requests. • Manages and coordinates internal University processes that are the responsibility of the Office of the EVP. Examples include coordinating and tracking all signature and approval requests and developing standards and office procedures. • Assists the EVP Chief of Staff with projects to keep the EVP informed of status needed to support University governance. • Assists with special projects that support the office as needed and assigned. Examples include searches for open or new positions in the office of the EVP. • Works collaboratively with EVP’s direct reports and their assistants in order to problem solve and improve processes. • Works with, communicates, and develops rapport with peers in offices of senior leaders of the University. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree required. • 3-5 years of related work experience including at least 1 year in an administrative capacity required. • Experience in an executive-level or higher education administrative office setting preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience required. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to interact with a broad range of internal and external constituencies, including senior executives and Trustees required. • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with a keen attention to detail required. • Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism and discretion with respect to confidential and sensitive matters required. • Ability to quickly and thoughtfully build and maintain relationships required. • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently and meet deadlines required. • Ability to multi-task and prioritize among competing demands and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment required. • High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Zoom, and Adobe Acrobat. Willingness to learn other systems as required.

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