Position Responsibilities: |
- Manage day-to-day activity of the Office for Values and Leadership, including answering phones, handling correspondence and managing calendar, and liaising with external and internal stakeholders
- Schedule meetings and appointments, proactively manage the Director's schedule, and serve as the front-facing point of contact with internal and external stakeholders
- Work with other departments to gather information, including research requests and reports
- Make travel arrangements, set meeting locations, and send timely confirmations
- Assist with the preparation of presentation materials
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and follow through on issues in a timely manner
- Manage budget, procurement, and billing process (requisitions, invoices, payables) for the Center
- Create recruiting and employee transactions in University systems as needed
- Assist with and participate in the planning and execution of events
- Sets up and maintains filing systems, both electronically and physically
- Other special projects and executive support duties as assigned, including communications and preparation of reports
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Skills & Competencies: |
- Warm, outgoing personality
- Familiarity with the Jewish non-profit sector is preferred
- Must be exceedingly well-organized, flexible, and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting a fast-paced office of diverse people and programs
- Take initiative to anticipate needs as new information arises; be able to handle changes to schedule and priorities with ease and professionalism
- Comfortable learning new programs with proper training
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent calendar management skills, including the coordination of complex executive and committee meetings
- Strong knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
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About Us: |
Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.
As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: |
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. |