Executive Assistant III

Executive Assistant III

Job ID : 290100

Location : Statesboro, Georgia

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Regular / Temporary : Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral / R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical / urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here : https : / / president.georgiasouthern.edu / performance-excellence / mission-values /

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

EVPEMSS

Job Summary

Provides diversified and advanced administrative support of a substantial and confidential nature to an executive who is a member of the President's Cabinet. The work requires extensive knowledge of the executive's functional area as well as university operations, policies, and procedures. Acting autonomously, the position anticipates the executive's needs, proactively solves problems and / or independently handles issues in matters of significance on behalf of the executive.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative assistance to the executive, including responsibilities such as managing calendars, composing correspondence, editing presentations, and handling travel arrangements
• Serves as the executive's liaison to various constituents through correspondence, phone, and in-person contact and occasionally may represent the executive at meetings
• Oversees significant fiscal administration duties for the unit, including but not limited to funding, grants, contracts, payroll, employment, travel, and / or purchasing, including decision making authority for budgeting
• Oversees and administers the day-to-day activities of the office; develops policies, procedures, and systems which ensure productive and efficient office operation
• Coordinates a wide variety of projects, such as events, conferences, and meetings, and follows through with officials and individuals within and outside the university on behalf of the executive
• Collects information, conducts research, and prepares materials for use in discussions / meetings of the executive, other staff, and outside individuals or for decision-making purposes
• Maintains confidential information relating to the executive's office
• May supervise administrative staff

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Required Experience

Proposed Salary

$24.12 - $27.50 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE

SKILLS

Apply Before Date

October 6, 2025

Application review may begin on September 12, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu .

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu .

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources : (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

Background Check

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