Special Project Assistant, Department of Athletics (R0006781)

Essential Functions:

• Support the AD, Deputy AD, Executive Assistant to the AD, and Sr. Advisor/Counsel in leading Wake Forest Athletics.

• Positively represent AD and senior staff in building relationships and connectivity with campus constituents - students, staff, student government, alumni, community, etc.

• Assist AD, Executive Assistant, and Special Project Coordinator in game day event coordination and suite management.

• Capture meeting minutes and maintains an organization system ensuring appropriate follow-up for Executive Staff meetings.

• Develop and produce confidential briefing materials for BOT, donors, ACC, All Staff meetings, and others.

• Provide comprehensive communication support and composes correspondence for Athletics Executive Staff.

• Correspond with Campus and City constituents on Wake Forest Athletics events.

• Coordinate the day-to-day office administrative duties.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, with relevant experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of, and experience with, Wake Forest campus constituencies.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

• Ability to think strategically and manage time efficiently to prioritize work.

• Excellent digital communication skills.

• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software.

• Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite.

• Professional attitude and ability to multitask and adapt with positivity.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, including but not limited to matters involving the attorney-client privilege, HIPAA, and FERPA.  A confidentiality agreement is required for this position.

• Occasional evening and weekend work.