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Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Title Department Job Category Salary Application Deadline Link to Posting
Executive Assistant
Dean's Office Staff $43,805-70,075/year

Location: Lexington, KY

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, customer service driven Executive Assistant to support our executive leadership team. This is a critical role requiring excellent judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks in a fast-paced, professional environment.

The Executive Assistant is a trusted partner, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the executive office and acting as a key liaison between leadership, staff, and stakeholders. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Land-Grant Engagement/Dean, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and will manage all aspects of the daily operations of the office.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Executive Administration: managing appointments, preparing correspondence, arranging travel plans, and compiling documents for meetings
  • Office Management: Manage the main office to ensure smooth daily operation
  • Special Events: Plan events logistics
  • Business Support: Supervise all office purchasing and travel functions.
  • Supervision: Coordinate staffing schedules and workflow.
  • Why Join Us?

At Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, we offer a supportive environment that promotes professional growth through mentorship, development funds, and a culture of innovation.

To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.


 

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Contact Information

S123 Ag. Science North Lexington, KY 40546-0091