Executive Assistant - Hospital Administration

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education is required.  Education, training, experience in business administration and functions is highly desired.
• 1 year of experience in an executive-level administrative support role.
• Ability to manage complex and detailed calendars, schedule meetings, and respond to urgent requests both internally and externally.
• Strong interpersonal and partnership skills.  Ability to understand and navigate complex professional relationships, respond to challenging people and circumstances, and react with situational appropriateness.
• Ability to draft and edit correspondence, speeches, and presentations representative of the leader’s tone and voice.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to complete multiple projects on time and with a high degree of accuracy. Superior organizational and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a team and all levels of leadership.
• Willingness to assume new responsibilities.

Desired

• 5 years of experience in an executive-level administrative support role.
• Bachelors degree in related fields of business administration/accounting/finance/marketing, communications
• Experience coordinating travel and reconciling associated expenses
• Knowledge of University of Iowa procurement and travel policies and procedures
• Knowledge of University of Iowa and UI Health Care policies, procedures and regulations
• Experience working in an academic medical center or other complex organization.
• Ability to analyze and visually present data.
• Knowledge and understanding of financial accounting systems specific to UIHC.

Application Process: To be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume (under the submission of relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

 Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Sharon Walther at sharon-walther@uiowa.edu.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.