Executive Specialist, Office of the President

Job Description The Opportunity The Office of the President at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Daytona Beach Campus is currently recruiting for an experienced Executive Specialist to provide diverse and complex support within the office. Reporting to the Senior Executive Assistant to the President, the Executive Specialist must exercise sound judgement, discretion, initiative, and possess the ability to work with others. The Executive Specialist sets a calm and professional tone, and handles confidential information with discretion. This individual must have keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills This role includes management of special projects in collaboration with the Senior Executive Assistant to the President on behalf of the President. Collaboration with the Administrative Specialist on campus meetings and events to achieve consistent results to meet the expectations of the President is essential. Working closely with the Director of Board Operations to support the Board of Trustee Meetings and Retreat will be requested as needed. This may include creative thinking and research, meeting logistics support, provide back-up coverage for the Senior Executive Assistant and Administrative Specialist. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to: creating itineraries for VIP tours, assisting with reoccurring domestic travel, and travel reconciliation Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Five to ten years of previous executive level support
• Superior communication skills
• Ability to assimilate information rapidly
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• Must be able to interact positively and professionally with university administration, faculty, staff, students, public and officials
• Must be self-motivated to complete projects of a highly-skilled nature related to the functions, operations, and activities of the Office of the President.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One to two years of CEO or President level support

Application process/requirements To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R309868. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website .