This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

The Executive Assistant to the President provides executive support to the President. This position also provides support for the Vice President for Administrative Services, and other members of the Executive Staff as designated by the President.

The Executive Assistant is responsible for management of the Office of the President, including coordinating multiple functions, developing appropriate processes and procedures, and managing the operating budgets of the President's Office. In addition, the Executive Assistant serves as liaison for the President on inquiries from faculty, staff, students, members of the community, as well as representatives of state agencies. They work closely with colleagues to create an atmosphere of trust and respect in which all can succeed.

This position must exercise initiative, judgment, discretion, and a high level of professionalism, while handling confidential and sensitive materials. The Executive Assistant must also demonstrate a strong commitment to the value of diversity among students and staff, as well as sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of PPSC students, faculty, and staff.

Reports to: College President

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Two years of professional level experience assisting senior level staff.
• Demonstrated experience managing office and budget processes.
• Demonstrated high level of writing proficiency.
• Supervisory experience.
• Two years of successful experience using word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.
• Demonstrated understanding of the college mission.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated administrative experience at the Presidential or comparable senior executive level.
• Knowledge of large organization processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated progressive leadership ability and successful record of innovation.
• Ability to read, write and speak fluent Spanish.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on March 24, 2025.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Pikes Peak State College reserves the right to close the job posting once a sufficient applicant pool has been obtained.  

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions  

Executive Liaison

Supervision

Hire and supervise student staff who work to support the Office of the President. This supervision includes establishing work hours, duties, standards of performance, evaluating performance and managing timesheets.

General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Cultural competence and demonstrated evidence, understanding, and commitment to the concepts of diversity, multiculturalism, and their application in the workplace.
• Understanding of College and System Policies and Procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise staff.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and measure complex programs and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use various computer programs and applications.
• Demonstrated the ability to analyze and prepare budgets reports.
• Ability to perform at a high level, and with a calm and positive demeanor, in a fast paced and stressful environment.
• Additional duties as assigned by the President.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• Life and Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts. 
• Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Accrued Annual and Sick Leave.
• Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This job description reflects Pikes Peak State College’s best effort to describe the essential duties and qualifications of the job.  It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.  This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation.   

EEO Statement: Pikes Peak State College is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act institution.  We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging.  Pikes Peak State College encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.