Executive Assistant Strategy & Innovation

$54,517 - $78,395/Yr

Memphis-Shelby County Schools - Memphis, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Memphis, TN

Educational Services

About the position

The Executive Assistant for Strategy & Innovation at Memphis-Shelby County Schools plays a crucial role in supporting the administrative functions of the Strategy and Innovation office. This position is designed for dynamic educational champions who are committed to transforming education for over 110,000 students and families. The Executive Assistant will handle a variety of administrative tasks, manage communications, and contribute to the development of innovative strategies to improve educational outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced administrative work for multiple programs and projects, including crafting presentations and written communications.
• Serve as lead on scheduling, note-taking, and direct calling of necessary contacts.
• Analyze unit operating practices to create new systems or revise established procedures for all Strategy and Innovation areas.
• Process a wide variety of transactions subject to different sets of rules and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain reports, records, correspondence, and files related to assigned services and operations.
• Manage office details by relieving management of routine issues and keeping them apprised of potential problems.
• Schedule and coordinate calendar and appointments, travel, and conference arrangements.
• Prepare and distribute notices, agendas, and supplementary materials for meetings.
• Create and process letters, newsletters, e-mails, and other documents independently for the department.
• Interpret and explain related policies, programs, and legislative regulations.
• Provide effective oral and written communication and maintain relationships with internal and external partners.
• Monitor designated budgets and expenditures, reviewing for accuracy and making adjustments as directed.
• Prepare purchase orders, supply requisitions, and payroll, and monitor receipt of materials and invoices.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent.
• A total education/experience of 4 years, with a Master's Degree equating to 2 years of required experience.

Nice-to-haves

• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong communication skills.