Executive Assistant to the President's Office

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

Essential Duties:

• Supports and manages all communications and correspondence for the Office of the President including telephone, email, and written correspondence, in addition to compiling and filing meeting records, communications and completed work associated with the office
• Manages the master calendar, organizational charts, travel itineraries, and event planning including arranging food services, technology support, room reservations, record keeping and other meeting support as directed by the Office of the President
• Acts as liaison to other internal programs and departments and provides guidance in areas of expertise
• May be asked to manage tasks for the President, Board of Trustees, or Cabinet including scheduling meetings, collecting and reviewing proposed requests, collaborating with the Public Relations department to fulfill our FOIA requirements, preparing and disseminating meeting agendas and information, taking meeting minutes, and following up with the Executive Assistant to the President to make sure that committee's minutes and recommendations are forwarded to the Board of Trustees for action
• Maintain professional demeanor with regards to sensitive and confidential information
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain harmonious working relationships with others
• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of Pay: $19.76 per hour *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Completed applications received by 7/13/2025 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or other related field
• At least 2 years of administrative experience

Applicable equivalencies (work experience and/or educational achievements) may be considered on the above minimum qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in CEO/President level administration
• Experience in event planning

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent Computer Skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office system
• Should be able to work effectively with employees and all levels of leadership within the institution
• Must be able to handle highly confidential material efficiently and effectively
• Must possess strong time management, multi-tasking, attention to details, and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze information and recommend appropriate action
• Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques and procedures

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:
* Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
* Sitting
* Standing
* Walking
Constantly:
* Hearing
* Repetitive motion
* Talking

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions:

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.