Executive Assistant, Program for Leadership and Character

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The Program for Leadership and Character seeks a conscientious, creative, energetic, responsive, and organized professional to become Executive Assistant for the Executive Director of Leadership and Character in the Professional Schools and to work closely with the Director of Program Operations in the Professional Schools. Under general supervision, the Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing the schedule, communications, and priorities of the Executive Director and a new Director of the Leadership and Character in the Law Network to be hired later this year. Priorities include providing administrative and strategic support; managing calendars and correspondence for the Executive Director and Network Director; preparing briefing materials; coordinating travel arrangements, including cost-tracking and reimbursement; assisting with notetaking and follow-up; offering administrative and organizational support; providing general research assistance on topics of scholarly and programmatic importance; assisting with the communicating findings to public audiences; and supporting conferences, convenings, program events, and workshops as needed. This is a 3-year, grant-funded fixed term position ending June 30, 2029. The position is vital to facilitating the transformative impact of a major initiative that is developing leaders of character at Wake Forest and catalyzing a national community focused on educating character at colleges and universities across the US. About the Program for Leadership and Character: The Program for Leadership and Character inspires, educates, and empowers leaders of character to serve humanity. Through innovative teaching, creative programming, and cutting-edge research, the Program aims to transform the lives of students, foster an inclusive culture of leadership and character at Wake Forest, and catalyze a broader public conversation that places character at the center of leadership. Over the last decade, Wake Forest faculty have become leading experts in the study of character, and the Program for Leadership and Character has been profiled as a national leader in character education. The Program has received major grants from the John Templeton Foundation, Lilly Endowment, and Kern Family Foundation, as well as other foundations and supporters. Most recently, the Program received a $5 million grant to expand the Program's impact in legal education at Wake Forest and beyond. For more information about the Program, see https://leadershipandcharacter.wfu.edu/ About Wake Forest University: Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. Located in Winston-Salem, NC ("The City of Arts and Innovation"), the University has a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world, as indicated by the motto Pro Humanitate (for humanity), which encourages students to develop the qualities of human character needed to serve humanity. With the aim to educate the whole person, the University has established an innovative Program for Leadership and Character that offers creative programming and courses to help students develop the character needed to lead ethically in an increasingly complex world. Please submit a cover letter and resume through the Workday application portal. Applications received by August 10, 2026 will receive priority consideration. This is a full time, fixed term position lasting approximately 3 years. Job Description Essential Functions: Uses independent judgment and wisdom to support the Executive Director and Network Director in the planning, coordination, and completion of projects and tasks. Manages the calendar and correspondence of the Executive Director and Network Director to maximize their impact and ability to teach, write, and lead the Program. Coordinates travel and scheduling and provides administrative and strategic s

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External Applicants: Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your resume, cover letter, and any additional materials specified in the job description. Cover Letter and Supporting Documents: Navigate to the "My Experience" application page. Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page. Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files. Important Note: The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to attach your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents. You will not be able to modify your application or add attachments after submission. Current Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account in the Jobs Hub. Do not apply from this website. A cover letter is required for all positions; optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality roles unless otherwise specified. Job Description Summary

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