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NEOGOV · 6 hours ago

Executive Assistant to the Provost

NEOGOV is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Provost to provide high-level administrative support to the Provost and Division of Academic Affairs. This role involves managing complex university business, coordinating projects, and supporting faculty affairs processes.

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Responsibilities

Serves as primary contact for internal and external constituents on behalf of the Provost and Academic Affairs
Manages communication for the Office of the Provost (e.g. phone, emails, inquiries)
Coordinates complex scheduling and travel arrangements for the Office of the Provost
Collaborates with the President’s Office and senior staff on Provost-involved projects
Manages coordinated projects for the Office of the Provost (web development, communications, marketing materials, presentations, social media)
Maintains core Provost’s Office calendars, workflows, physical office space and documentation
Oversee office supplies, IT equipment, office infrastructure and work requests
Supports development and monitoring of yearly discretionary budgets for the Office of the Provost and Division of Academic Affairs
Processes and submits financial requests (travel authorization, reimbursements, procurement, foundation)
Analyzes, reviews, and processes academic personnel responsibilities (appointments, merit awards, tenure, promotions, recruitments and appeals)
Supports faculty affairs processes (e.g. hiring letters, tenure and promotion letters, sabbatical letters, award matters, emeriti matters, committee appointments)
Provides administrative support for the Executive Director of the Center for Professional Excellence (CPE) and CPE campus partners on learning and professional development initiatives (including, but not limited to, CPE office management, website and calendaring tool maintenance)
Develops and implements marketing plans for CPE programming
Provides support in executing Winthrop’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) and instructional development initiatives
Designs instructional materials and performance systems for key institutional initiatives
Manages and maintains CPE programming, including website updates, scheduling tools and space reservations

Qualification

Microsoft ExcelAdobeMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsHuman resources knowledgeAttention to detailEffective communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Adobe, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Basic knowledge of human resources, faculty recruitment, and hiring practices
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Preferred

Experience providing administrative support to a high-level executive, preferably at an institution of higher education

Benefits

Health and dental insurance
Retirement and savings plan options
Paid vacation and sick leave
Telecommuting and flexible work schedules
Dental
Vision
Term life insurance
Long term disability
Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses
Retirement plan options
South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
Tuition assistance
Holiday, annual and sick leave
Discounts on purchases, travel and more

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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