Executive Assistant

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Cook County Government Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Assistant to provide administrative support to our Executive Supervisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing office support, screening calls and visitors, scheduling, handling correspondence, and overseeing file systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide responsible and confidential administrative work in support of the Executive Assistant Supervisor.
  • Screen calls and visitors, and handle correspondence on behalf of the Executive Supervisor.
  • Schedule appointments and meetings, and prepare agendas and materials for meetings and presentations.
  • Compile and analyze data, and prepare routine and special reports.
  • Assume responsibility for forwarding requests for action or information to responsible managers or personnel, and monitor resulting activity for purposes of briefing the Executive Assistant Supervisor.
  • Coordinate activities between the Bureau, Department, or other unit of County government and various outside parties.
  • Keep abreast of Executive Assistant Supervisor immediate and long-term commitments and plans, and identify conflicts and problems for intervention.
  • Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Executive Assistant Supervisor.
Requirements
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of experience in responsible administrative roles within an executive office environment.
  • Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other advanced office software.
  • Experience supporting a senior executive is preferred.
About Cook County Government

Cook County Government is a dynamic and diverse organization that provides a range of vital services and programs to its residents. We are committed to empowering our employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical benefits, flexible teleworking options, generous paid time off, and a pension plan. We also provide financial support programs and resources, including life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and education tuition stipend.

Cook County Government is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees.


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