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Executive Assistant Job Description Template | Sample

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Updated September 23, 2024

An executive assistant supports an executive at an organization by handling various administrative and clerical tasks. An executive assistant typically has more responsibility than an assistant; additional duties might include supervising, training, or recruiting other staff.

Salary (Median Pay)

For secretaries and administrative assistants.[1]

  • Salary: $40,990/yr
  • Hourly Rate: $19.71/hr

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Scheduling meetings and events;
  • Drafting agendas;
  • Managing correspondence;
  • Making travel arrangements;
  • Completing expense and mileage reports;
  • Monitoring budgets;
  • Assisting with special projects;
  • Developing and maintaining filing systems;
  • Purchasing and maintaining inventory of office supplies;
  • Assisting with training office staff; and
  • Supervising other staff.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred;
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Trustworthy;
  • Strong computer skills;
  • Excellent time management skills; and
  • Experience overseeing budgets preferred.

Sources

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)