About the role#
The Graduate Assistant provides administrative and event support to the Office of the President at Saint Leo University. Working directly with the Senior Executive to the President, you will gain exposure to university leadership, governance, and institutional planning. This role requires a high level of discretion and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
What you'll do#
- Provide secretarial support to the Senior Executive to the President.
- Process a large volume of correspondence from the President.
- Manage calendars and arrange meetings.
- Substitute for the senior executive assistant during her absence.
- Organize events such as Strategic Planning sessions, Key Result Areas, student dinners, and Townhalls.
- Provide logistical support for meetings and Office of the President events.
- Assist with preparations for the Board of Trustees and board meetings.
- Direct student complaints to the appropriate contact.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a graduate program at Saint Leo University in Business or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA in your graduate program.
- Strong technology, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, website software, and familiarity with data analysis tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Self-starter mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Previous academic or professional experience in business or technology-related roles.
- Experience in an executive office, higher education administration, or event coordination.
- Experience organizing meetings, events, or board-level activities.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, including the ability to route student concerns tactfully.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, part-time position located in Saint Leo, Florida.
- The role operates on a rolling basis.
About Saint Leo University
Saint Leo University is a private nonprofit institution founded in 1889 by Benedictine monks. Based in Saint Leo, Florida, the university serves over 18,200 students annually through a residential campus, 16 education centers across five states, and an online program. It offers 57 undergraduate and graduate degree programs rooted in the liberal arts tradition. The university employs nearly 2,000 people.
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