University of Hartford
Executive Assistant to the Provost
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West Hartford, CT
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Full-Time
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$58K - $72K
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Other
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April 23rd, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Hartford is hiring an Executive Assistant to the Provost. The role involves managing the Office of the Provost, coordinating daily operations, supporting institutional strategic planning, drafting correspondence, and acting as a key liaison to the Chief Academic Officer to support academic programs and the student experience.
Highlights
- Manages the Office of the Provost including calendar and communication oversight.
- Supports the Provost by gathering and analyzing reports, drafting correspondence, and planning special events.
- Develops and maintains office procedures, manages projects, and oversees workflow.
- Prepares promotion and tenure materials, coordinates faculty databases using BANNER and ACCESS systems.
- Acts as project manager for initiatives and provides administrative support to committees.
- Prepares faculty profile statistics and handles data requests for internal reporting.
- Requires Bachelor's degree.
- Starting salary ranges from $58,024 to $72,000 depending on experience.
- Works 40 hours per week year-round with some travel required (excluding overnight stays).
- Must work effectively with diverse groups and demonstrate strong oral, written, and digital communication skills.
Executive Assistant to the Provost Full Description
Executive Assistant to the Provost
Position Information
Position Title | Executive Assistant to the Provost
FLSA Classification | EX
Reports to | Provost
Salary Range | E
Weeks Per Year | 52
Work Week | 40 hours (minimum)
Position Summary | Assumes responsibility for providing executive support to the Provost, managing daily operations of a fast-paced, high accountability office and providing collaborative assistance in institutional strategic planning, policy formulation and counsel on overarching institutional decisions on both academic programs and the student experience. Serving as a key liaison to the Chief Academic Officer, performs all duties in full support of the University’s mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University’s students.
Hiring Range | Starting salary is budgeted between $58,024 and $72,000, depending upon experience
FLSA Classification | EX
Reports to | Provost
Salary Range | E
Weeks Per Year | 52
Work Week | 40 hours (minimum)
Position Summary | Assumes responsibility for providing executive support to the Provost, managing daily operations of a fast-paced, high accountability office and providing collaborative assistance in institutional strategic planning, policy formulation and counsel on overarching institutional decisions on both academic programs and the student experience. Serving as a key liaison to the Chief Academic Officer, performs all duties in full support of the University’s mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University’s students.
Hiring Range | Starting salary is budgeted between $58,024 and $72,000, depending upon experience
Key Responsibilities
Assumes responsibility for the management of the Office of the Provost. Monitors, manages and controls the calendar and time commitments of the Provost. Screens all incoming calls, correspondence and general email to the Office of the Provost. Provides direct support to the Provost by gathering, creating and/or analyzing reports for use in presentations, materials, data files and/or related projects. Researches, interprets, organizes and evaluates diverse and complex information in an effort to draft and/or edit internal and external correspondence in matters of institutional significance, demonstrating a high level of oral, written and digital communications skills as well as technological fluency. Works closely with the Provost to plan, coordinate and oversee all details for special events for the Provost. Serves as staff support to the Provost at events before, during and after regular working hours. Develops, maintains and oversees procedures and directs operations workflow by managing diverse and complex projects, issues and initiatives. Designs, documents and implements systems and procedures to track projects, maintains files and archive records. Prepares promotion and tenure materials, ensuring proper procedures and institutional protocols are followed. Coordinates and supports collegiate staff preparing promotion and tenure files as needed. Utilizing the BANNER system and ACCESS, maintains accurate faculty databases and digital records. Monitors faculty contracts and provides guidance to Deans’ offices on faculty contract language and procedures. Develops, maintains and oversees procedures within the office, proactively undertaking initiatives to enhance the quality, effectiveness and utility of materials and activities while consistently ensuring effective office operations. Actively participates in the analysis, recommendation and implementation of business process improvement efforts to ensure the proper use of technology and improve operational effectiveness as necessary and/or appropriate. Independently oversees initiatives which enhance quality, effectiveness and operational efficiency. Engages in active problem solving, identifying and/or proposing resolutions to disputes or concerns based on judgment and an in-depth understanding of institutional policies, procedures, precedence, rules and/or regulations. Researches and investigates concerns, keeping the Provost informed on activities of interest. Serves as a project manager for assigned initiatives. Coordinates the activities of, develops the agenda for, participates in and provides administrative support to University and Board committees as necessary and/or appropriate. Works closely with Provost Administrative Staff and Deans’ Assistants to provide updates on events, processes, and initiatives across Academic Affairs. Utilizes a collaborative team approach to the management, guidance, training and evaluation of staff as appropriate. Prepares faculty profile statistics for publications and annual reporting. Responds to and coordinates data requests made to the Office of the Provost. Conducts general statistical analyses of data, generating reports involving faculty profiles and activities for the Provost and other internal constituents. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Assumes responsibility for the management of the Office of the Provost. Monitors, manages and controls the calendar and time commitments of the Provost. Screens all incoming calls, correspondence and general email to the Office of the Provost. Provides direct support to the Provost by gathering, creating and/or analyzing reports for use in presentations, materials, data files and/or related projects. Researches, interprets, organizes and evaluates diverse and complex information in an effort to draft and/or edit internal and external correspondence in matters of institutional significance, demonstrating a high level of oral, written and digital communications skills as well as technological fluency. Works closely with the Provost to plan, coordinate and oversee all details for special events for the Provost. Serves as staff support to the Provost at events before, during and after regular working hours. Develops, maintains and oversees procedures and directs operations workflow by managing diverse and complex projects, issues and initiatives. Designs, documents and implements systems and procedures to track projects, maintains files and archive records. Prepares promotion and tenure materials, ensuring proper procedures and institutional protocols are followed. Coordinates and supports collegiate staff preparing promotion and tenure files as needed. Utilizing the BANNER system and ACCESS, maintains accurate faculty databases and digital records. Monitors faculty contracts and provides guidance to Deans’ offices on faculty contract language and procedures. Develops, maintains and oversees procedures within the office, proactively undertaking initiatives to enhance the quality, effectiveness and utility of materials and activities while consistently ensuring effective office operations. Actively participates in the analysis, recommendation and implementation of business process improvement efforts to ensure the proper use of technology and improve operational effectiveness as necessary and/or appropriate. Independently oversees initiatives which enhance quality, effectiveness and operational efficiency. Engages in active problem solving, identifying and/or proposing resolutions to disputes or concerns based on judgment and an in-depth understanding of institutional policies, procedures, precedence, rules and/or regulations. Researches and investigates concerns, keeping the Provost informed on activities of interest. Serves as a project manager for assigned initiatives. Coordinates the activities of, develops the agenda for, participates in and provides administrative support to University and Board committees as necessary and/or appropriate. Works closely with Provost Administrative Staff and Deans’ Assistants to provide updates on events, processes, and initiatives across Academic Affairs. Utilizes a collaborative team approach to the management, guidance, training and evaluation of staff as appropriate. Prepares faculty profile statistics for publications and annual reporting. Responds to and coordinates data requests made to the Office of the Provost. Conducts general statistical analyses of data, generating reports involving faculty profiles and activities for the Provost and other internal constituents. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | PS1189P
Working Conditions | Normal office situation. Requires travel, excluding overnight stays.
Education | Bachelor’s Degree Required
Physical Effort | Typically sitting at a desk or table. Light lifting or carrying, 26lbs or less.
Special Skills | The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Desired Start Date | 07/01/2026
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions Summary |
Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/7693
Working Conditions | Normal office situation. Requires travel, excluding overnight stays.
Education | Bachelor’s Degree Required
Physical Effort | Typically sitting at a desk or table. Light lifting or carrying, 26lbs or less.
Special Skills | The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Desired Start Date | 07/01/2026
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions Summary |
Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/7693
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Technical School, Certification or Apprenticeship
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Knowledge of a highly advanced professional discipline. (e.g., Ph.D, M.D., J.D., or equivalent doctoral degree required.)
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation - Staff
- Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
West Hartford, CT 06117
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