Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Finance and Administration

Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (at least 37.5 hours per week), exempt, benefits-eligible Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Finance and Administration opportunity.

Haverford Offers Great Benefits
: The College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes possible work-from-home opportunities, automatic 10% retirement contribution to your retirement account upon eligibility (no match required), a 50% tuition benefit for dependent children upon eligibility, 14 paid holidays (including the week before New Year's Day off), Health Savings Account contribution of $650 for individuals and $1300 for families (no match required), affordable medical plans, and a beautiful arboretum campus with walking trail and easy public transportation access. Please visit the Benefits page ( for more information.

Work Location

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, dependent upon the Vice President for Finance and Administration's schedule, and is pursuant to the College's Work Location Policy. About the Position
The Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Finance and Administration reports directly to, and has a one-on-one working relationship with, the Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA).

The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the VPFA office, and also as a liaison to the VPFA's direct reports. The Executive Assistant organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts, and oversees special projects. Working in an entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven, and community oriented, the Executive Assistant works with minimal supervision, is creative, and has the ability to anticipate the immediate needs of the VPFA.

The Executive Assistant should exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times and to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

As such, the Executive Assistant will knowingly maintain strict confidentiality on any number of sensitive topics.

Primary Responsibilities
Administrative Responsibilities:
Communicates directly, and on behalf of the VPFA, with Board members, senior staff and their direct reports, and others on matters related to the VPFA's programmatic issues
Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the VPFA, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature, and determines appropriate course of action, referral, or drafting of responses
Liaises in building relationships crucial to the success of the organization and the role of the VPFA
Provides a bridge for clear and effective communication between the VPFA's office and internal departments to maintain credibility, trust, and support with senior management staff
Working closely and effectively with the VPFA, keeps the VPFA well informed of upcoming commitments, responsibilities, and key issues taking place in the environment; and follows up appropriately
Manages a variety of special projects for the VPFA, following through to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
Serves as the VPFA's liaison with Board Committees (Audit, Property, and Finance) by providing administrative support for meetings, including gathering and creating agenda, PowerPoint presentations, graphical representation of financial data, and other supporting documentation
Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the VPFA including completing expense reports, and composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential
Plans and coordinates the VPFA's extremely active calendar of appointments and ensures the schedule is followed and respected; provides gatekeeper and gateway role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the VPFA's time and office
Serves as an institutional public notary
Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the VPFA's ability to effectively lead
Drafts various modes of communications, and edits internal and external documents for the VPFA
Prioritizes conflicting needs, and handles matters expeditiously and proactively
Attends Administrative Advisory Committee meetings and records the Minutes
Attends and provides administrative support for the Working Group on Benefits, the Administrative and Financial Staff meetings, and the College Space Executive Planning Committee
Researches, compiles, and submits data for Bond Filing submission via DAC Bond and EMMA filings
Legal Administrative Responsibilities:
Assists the Director of Risk Management, Compliance, and Legal Affairs by conducting various types of research related to laws, legal articles, and other information relevant to a case
Under direction, works closely with the College's legal counsel on a variety of issues
Occasionally meets with attorneys and other professionals to discuss College cases or projects
Assists with drafting legal documents according to judicial procedures
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items
Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases
Performs other related duties as assigned
Line of Report:
The Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Finance and Administration reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration.

This position does not have any direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
5 years of experience providing support to an executive or leadership position
Professional Competencies
Exceptional organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with board members, senior staff, and external contacts
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to write, edit, and proofread various modes of correspondence and internal and external content, with a diligent eye for detail, language, flow, and grammar Demonstrative proactive approaches to problem-spotting and problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Emotional maturity
Resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Creative, forward-looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
Superior presentation capabilities to represent data in graphic and tabular formats
Ability to complete public notary certification
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Adobe Acrobat and Social Media web platforms, Box, and Google Suite.

Preferred Qualifications
5 years of experience providing support to an executive or leadership position in a non-profit organization
Experience in paralegal affairs
Proficiency in GIS
Workday knowledge
We are aware that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career trajectory, such as having skills and abilities gained outside a classroom context, or an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

To Apply
: Interested applicants are invited to submit an application, to include a cover letter and resume is
November 26, 2025
. Application review will begin after the deadline has passed. Please email recruiting@haverford.edu with questions about submitting your materials. Should the search committee be interested in pursuing your candidacy, you will hear from them directly. Finalists will be asked to provide three professional references.

Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities are especially encouraged to apply.

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