The Hire Company

Executive Assistant

Chicago, IL • Posted 4 days ago
Onsite Contract Staffing and Recruiting

A museum in downtown Chicago is seeking a dynamic, resourceful and experienced Executive Assistant to be the heartbeat of Leadership operations. As the Executive Assistant, you'll be the right-hand resource to our Leadership, ensuring smooth sailing for all executive support, communications and general operations.


The ideal candidate will have worked closely with an Executive for at least 3 years. This job entails coordinating strategic calendar management & travel arrangements, managing communications and assisting in coordinating events & meetings. Our team enjoys collaborating in the office daily, therefore this role will be in the office Monday-Friday, 9-5pm. This is a fast paced and exciting opportunity that will allow you to immerse yourself in the world of art & history alongside other passionate individuals & leaders.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serve as key point person for the Executive Director including calendar support, prioritizing inquiries and requests, meeting coordination and ensuring the Director is prepared to execute museum business
  • Manage complex travel & calendar logistics
  • Serve as point of contact for trustees, support board meetings & communications and maintain committee & board rosters
  • Assist with event management & meetings by coordinating staff, invites, vendors and contracts
  • Represent the office of the Executive Director when off-site and serve as liaison for museum partners both internally and externally
  • Provide executive administrative duties on behalf of Director of Development and Director of Marketing/Communications
  • Other duties & special projects as assigned by the Executive Director


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of 3-5+ years Executive Assistant experience supporting an Executive with calendar and travel coordination
  • Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience in a related field
  • Prior museum/gallery/historical site industry experience a big plus
  • Knowledge of MS Office Suite, including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership and the broader museum teams
  • High level of problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Exhibit excellent written and verbal skills
  • A general interest and passion for the arts
  • On-site M-F, 9-5pm


COMPENSATION:

Base salary 80-95k based on experience, comprehensive benefit plan, 401k w/ match and great working environment.

Executive Assistant in Chicago at The Hire Company

Typical pay
$44,860–$71,112

For context, most administrative assistants earn between $44,860–$71,112 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.

This position is listed as contract and onsite. It was posted 4 days ago.

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