Executive Assistant

Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity in the education industry for an Executive Assistant based in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will be providing essential administrative support within a university setting, ensuring the smooth operation of the office and maintaining a detail-oriented image within the academic and legal communities.Responsibilities: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the executive office, managing multiple assignments and projects effectively in a fast-paced environment. Provide high-level administrative support to the President and Dean, ensuring smooth operations and a detail-oriented image. Utilize excellent written and verbal skills to handle a wide variety of situations, demonstrating creative problem-solving abilities. Maintain careful attention to detail in all tasks, including processing customer credit applications and maintaining customer credit records. Utilize strong organizational skills to analyze, synthesize, and recognize patterns in data and information. Use various software and systems such as ADP - Financial Services, Cisco Webex Meetings, Concur, CRM, Kronos Timekeeping System, About Time for various administrative tasks. Manage the executive's calendar, schedule conference calls, and handle correspondence. Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a calm, congenial, and detail-oriented demeanor. Requirements Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role within the education sector. Proficiency in ADP - Financial Services, with a focus on managing budgets and financial reports. Experience in using Cisco Webex Meetings for organizing and managing virtual meetings and conferences. Knowledge of Concur for managing travel and expense reports. Familiarity with CRM systems for maintaining and updating student and staff records. Proficiency in Kronos Timekeeping System for managing staff schedules and time records. Experience in using About Time for project management and tracking. Expertise in Calendar Management, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and events. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective correspondence with stakeholders. Experience in managing Conference Calls, including scheduling, setting up, and summarizing meetings. Ability to draft, proo and manage Correspondence, including letters, emails, and reports. TalentMatch® ­Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .