Executive and Administrative Assistant

The University of Chicago Law School seeks an Executive and Administrative Assistant to support the Dean. The successful candidate will have experience in administrative support, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Collaborates with Dean's Office team on a wide range of shifting priorities, projects, and tasks
• Coordinates special projects on a regular basis or as assigned
• Ensures accuracy in the preparation or review of written materials
• Updates and maintains Dean's CV, publication/bio sketch, and other information
• Triages emails and calls to the appropriate contact person
• Exercises a tailored approach and sound judgment to interpret and communicate office policies and procedures
• Regularly monitors and standardizes procedures to improve the efficiency of the Dean's office
• Supports the development and improvement of Dean's Office policies and procedures
• Leverages excellent customer service and problem-solving skills to resolve routine and complex inquiries
• Works closely with the Associate Dean for Administration on administrative and operational department tasks
• Coordinates information flow between Dean's Office and University departments and units
• Exercises independent judgment, operates at all times with a high level of discretion, and maintains confidentiality across a wide range of issues and items
• May assist with management of a portion of the leader's budget, monitoring and reconciling accounts
• Provides high-level administrative support for a Dean or Officer of the University

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Health insurance
• Paid time off