Executive Assistant

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Executive Assistant

• Job Number: 26176

• Functional Area: Administration

• Department: Schwarzman College of Computing

• School Area: Schwarzman College of Computing

• Pay Range Minimum: $40.80

• Pay Range Maximum: $51.20

• Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

• Employment Category: Non-Exempt

• Visa Sponsorship Available: No

• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 Hours a Day

• Pay Grade: 8

Posting Description

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, Dean and Assistant the Dean for Administration, is responsible for providing complex administrative support for the Dean of the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing. The College is an interdisciplinary hub for computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, and related fields, with extensive ties across MIT. This service-oriented role is central to the College’s continued development.

The full job description is available here: https://computing.mit.edu/executive-assistant/

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: A minimum of seven years of administrative, office, or related experience; strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to handle a pressured, multi-task work environment with changing priorities and limited supervision; advanced technical and computer skills to support administrative functions including MS Office Suite with an emphasis on PowerPoint, Excel and database skills, electronic calendar management, various videoconferencing applications such as Zoom, etc., and email applications; willingness to adapt to and learn new systems as needed; excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to multi-task with demanding time-frames; excellent writing skills; strong analytical/problem-solving skills using sound judgment within policy parameters; provides high quality customer service orientation; strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff; both verbally and in writing, with excellent editing and proofreading ability.; exceptional ability to work independently and as a team member; ability to use high-level discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality; diplomacy, professional appearance and demeanor, and excellent attendance. Accuracy, unflappability, and an eye for detail are essential, as is the ability to problem solve and work independently and cross-functionally; comprehensive skill and knowledge of organization policies and practices in order to interpret and determine appropriate course of conduct effectively and appropriately within the institution; be able to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, as well as work across departments and with a variety of projects and constituencies.

Requires flexibility in hours. Must be available to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.

10/22/2026