LHH partnered with a local company to recruit for an Executive Assistant.
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Berkeley, CA (Fully Onsite) Temp-to-Hire
Compensation: $45 to $50 per hour
Position Summary
The Executive Assistant will provide high-level executive and organizational support while helping coordinate board and committee operations, strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and special projects. The successful candidate will anticipate needs, drive follow-through, leverage technology and AI tools, and serve as a trusted thought partner to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support-
Serve as a strategic partner and trusted liaison to the CEO
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Conduct research and prepare briefing materials, summaries, and presentations
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Track priorities, action items, and key initiatives
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Support executive meetings and leadership communications
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Provide thoughtful insights and observations following meetings and events
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Assist with special projects and organizational initiatives
Board & Committee Administration-
Coordinate board and committee meetings throughout the year
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Prepare agendas, meeting materials, reports, and presentations
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Communicate with board members, committee chairs, volunteers, and staff
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Track deadlines, deliverables, and follow-up actions
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Support board meeting logistics, onboarding, technology needs, and documentation
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Ensure seamless execution of board and governance activities
Strategic Project Coordination-
Support major donor and endowment-related initiatives
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Assist with community partnership and outreach efforts
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Coordinate communications with external stakeholders and community leaders
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Help manage special initiatives involving organizational growth and development
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Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across departments and leadership teams
Stakeholder Relations-
Build strong relationships with executives, board members, donors, volunteers, and community partners
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Serve as a professional and responsive point of contact
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Navigate sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
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Represent the CEO and organization with professionalism and maturity
Qualifications
Required-
5+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting C-suite leadership
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Exceptional organizational and project management skills
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Strong written and verbal communication abilities
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Advanced technology skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
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Comfortable adopting and leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency
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Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
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Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
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Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Executive presence with the ability to interact confidently across all levels of an organization
Preferred-
Experience supporting nonprofit executives, boards, or governance committees
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Exposure to fundraising, donor relations, or community-based organizations
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Experience managing board materials and committee processes
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Bachelor's degree preferred
Ideal Candidate-
Sharp, proactive, and highly dependable
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Tech-savvy and curious about emerging technologies
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Able to read the room and navigate complex relationships
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Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
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Service-oriented while maintaining executive presence
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Naturally organized with exceptional follow-through
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Comfortable asking questions, learning quickly, and taking ownership
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Thrives in a high-touch, mission-driven culture
Pay Details: $45.00 to $50.00 per hour
Search managed by: Joyce Reyes
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
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The California Fair Chance Act
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Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
