Executive Staff Assistant II, Office of the Deputy Provost chez Cornell

   

The Opportunity

Demonstrating initiative, independent decision-making and a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, you will provide high-level executive support and serve as a trusted partner to the Deputy Provost. The Deputy Provost’s portfolio includes  faculty support and development, promotion and tenure processes, supporting chairs and deans on academic initiatives, dean searches, dual career programs, and advising university leadership.

In this role, you will:

• Manage complex calendars, travel, and daily priorities, ensuring the Deputy Provost is well-prepared and supported.
• Coordinate high-level meetings and events, including preparing agendas, materials, and follow-up actions.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with sound judgment and discretion.
• Develop reports, presentations, and correspondence that advance strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a key liaison with university leadership, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Provide program and project support, including event planning and coordination.
• Contribute to the smooth operation of the office, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.

We seek a professional who demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and the ability to manage competing priorities with poise and accuracy. The successful candidate will bring:

• A self-starter with a collaborative approach.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience supporting executives or senior leaders in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
• Proficiency with office technologies, databases, and productivity tools.
• Vision for ways to improve processes and efficiency. 

This is more than an administrative role- it’s an opportunity to contribute to the academic mission and values of the university at the highest level. You’ll work in partnership with senior academic leaders and play an important role in supporting programs that advance faculty development.  If you are an administrative professional with experience supporting leadership, seeking the next step in your career path we encourage you to apply with your resume and cover letter!

Required Qualifications

• All applications must include a resume and cover letter for full consideration.
• Associate’s degree and at least 4 years related administrative experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must provide a professional, customer-oriented approach and demonstrate the ability to handle, diplomatically, a wide variety of situations.
• Must have the ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments.
• Requires a high level of initiative, motivation, independent judgment, decision-making, and commitment to precision and accuracy.
• Incumbent must have the ability to work in a team environment, ability to take initiative, must demonstrate good judgement, great attention to detail, and a collaborative and positive spirit.
• Must be able to handle highly confidential information.
• Must be proficient in the use of various software, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook e-mail and calendar). WordPress, InDesign, Concur Travel System, Zoom, and FileMaker Pro, MS Copilot, and be able to learn other software as necessary.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences.
• Prior experience in an office requiring highly confidential and professional atmosphere desirable.

Rewards and Benefits

• This position is based in Ithaca, New York, and is fully onsite.
• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.
• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell
• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell
• Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell:Total Rewards | Working at Cornell.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click here.

   

University Job Title:

Exec Staff Asst II

   

Job Family:

Administration

   

Level:

E

   

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

   

Pay Range:

$69,653.00 - $80,948.00

   

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

   

Company:

Endowed

   

Contact Name:

Brad Stock

   

Contact Email:

[email protected]

   

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• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline

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