Executive Assistant – Resilient Energy Technology, Infrastructure

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Executive Assistant supporting the RETI Consortium at West Virginia University. Managing executive calendars, communications, and event planning for high-stakes engagements.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeMorgantown • Virginia, West Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive-level administrative support, including managing complex calendars, planning and executing professional events, and maintaining organized filing systems. Proficient in communication and discretion when handling confidential information.

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Executive-Level Administrative SupportCalendar ManagementEvent Planning and ExecutionWritten and Verbal CommunicationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Calendar ManagementEvent PlanningAdministrative SupportConfidential Information Handling

Soft Skills

Polished DemeanorSound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft OfficeZoomMicrosoft TeamsWebex

Industry Keywords

Business AdministrationCommunicationsPublic Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary front office point of contact for the RETI Consortium
Greet and host visitors to consortium offices
Handle inbound communications across phone, email, and other channels
Manage the calendars of the CEO and the broader RETI executive leadership team
Set up and manage all internal and external meetings for the executive team
Prepare the CEO for important meetings by assembling briefing packets
Plan and execute consortium events
Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for executive correspondence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, public administration, or a related field
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in executive-level administrative support
Demonstrated experience managing complex executive calendars
Demonstrated experience planning and executing professional events
Polished, professional demeanor
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webex)

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
18 sick days per year
Health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
Wellness programs