- Manhattan, Kansas, United States
- Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
- Closing at: Jul 24 2026 - 23:55 CDT
The Executive Assistant I provides high-level executive and administrative support to the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine. This position manages the daily operations of the Dean's Office by coordinating executive scheduling, communications, travel, meetings, committee administration, and confidential records. The role prepares correspondence, reports, agendas, and other official documents; assists with event planning and donor engagement activities; and serves as a primary point of contact for faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and external partners.
The Executive Assistant also coordinates administrative activities across the Dean's Office, supports college committees, assists with special projects, and collaborates with university offices to ensure the efficient operation of executive functions. This position exercises independent judgment in prioritizing work, managing confidential information, and responding to a wide variety of administrative matters while providing exceptional customer service and maintaining the professionalism and integrity of the College of Veterinary Medicine.
The Dean's Office provides executive leadership and administrative support for the College of Veterinary Medicine. The office works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, university leadership, and external partners to advance the college's missions in education, research, clinical service, and outreach. The Dean's Office is committed to professionalism, collaboration, effective communication, and providing exceptional administrative support to further the success of the college.
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma (or equivalent) and nine years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience providing executive-level administrative support.
- Experience coordinating meetings, committees, conferences, and events.
- Experience preparing correspondence, reports, and publications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard office technology.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Please submit the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- References
Applications close on: 7/24/2026
$53,581.00 - $85,686.00
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
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Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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