George School, an all-gender Quaker boarding/day high school located in Newtown, PA, seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Head of School, Associate Head of School, and Board of Trustees. 

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Head of School, Associate Head of School, and Board of Trustees. 
• Manage complex calendars and scheduling, including recurring leadership and community meetings. 
• Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reports for HOS and AHOS. 
• Support committees such as the Administrative Team, Advisory Council, Governance Committee, Housing Committee, and Meeting for Business.
• Coordinate with Human Resources and the Business Office to organize and synthesize contract-related information.
• Coordinate full-cycle administrative support for faculty and other administrative searches, including candidate visit schedules, interview logistics, and feedback collection. 
• Board of Trustee Support: Plan and manage all aspects of Board of Trustees meetings, including timelines, report collection, compilation of materials, meeting logistics, and accurate minutes.
• Board of Trustee Support: Maintain the Board portal and oversee annual updates to the Trustee Handbook. 
• Board of Trustee Support: Serve as staff liaison to the Governance Committee, providing administrative and strategic support related to new Trustee orientation, governance, compliance, bylaws, nominations, and charters. 
• Provide logistical and administrative support for major committees and leadership groups, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up action items.
• Serve as a liaison to faculty, the Business Office, and Student Life regarding field trips and related scheduling needs.
• Serve as a liaison regarding substitute coverage payments and other one-off compensation matters.
• Serve as an active member of the Commencement Committee and support all aspects of commencement planning and execution. 
• Provide leadership or support for major institutional events, including Opening Days, Convocation, Recognition Assembly, and Closing Banquet. 
• Support Housing Committee operations, including meeting scheduling, communications, surveys, and reporting. 
• Coordinate annual processes such as sabbatical and grant administration, faculty stipend letters, holiday card lists, and Administrator on Duty scheduling. 
• Lead or contribute to major institutional initiatives such as accreditation processes, leadership transitions, governance improvements, and system or portal enhancements.
• Fulfills social duty responsibilities or the equivalent.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's Degree and at least five years of progressively responsible experience as an administrative assistant or similar role, preferably in an independent school, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization. 
• Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Remain calm and poised in high-pressure situations. 
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 
• High level of initiative, judgment, and problem-solving ability. 
• Proficiency with standard office technology, digital platforms, and document management systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to working towards belonging, inclusion, and cultural competency.
• Commitment to the traditions and philosophy of a Quaker educational community.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and a style consistent with Quaker values.

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