Executive Assistant, IT

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We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Executive Assistant to support our Information Technology team. This individual will provide advanced, diversified administrative support to the Executive and the Business Operations team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate is experienced in supporting senior leaders, managing multiple priorities efficiently, and delivering results with a high level of professionalism. Proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is essential for success in this role. Qualified candidates must be able to work a hybrid schedule at our Bloomington, MN office.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage executive and leadership team calendars, including routine communications and scheduling.

• Provide daily coordination and strategic support to the executive and associated teams, adapting to shifting priorities.

• Arrange complex travel logistics, including international itineraries and documentation.

• Plan and execute in-person and virtual meetings/events, handling logistics, agendas, minutes, and vendor coordination.

• Draft correspondence, prepare reports, and lead special projects (e.g., newsletters, SharePoint sites, tours, training).

• Serve as a professional liaison for internal and external stakeholders.

• Compile and analyze data for decision-making, presentations, and reporting.

• Process and manage expense reports for the leadership team.

• Support onboarding, manage office supplies, maintain org charts and distribution lists.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent post- secondary and experience

• 4+ years' applicable work experience in Executive Administrative or similar

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post secondary education

• Strong proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook

• Experience supporting multiple leaders (this role will be providing primary and ancillary support to about 8 people)

• Experience utilizing SharePoint for maintaining department web page

• Experience working with Concur for travel arrangements

• Proven track record of maintaining high integrity and confidentiality

• Strong emotional intelligence, adaptability, and results orientation

• Experience managing calendars, meeting coordination and travel

• Strong attention to detail and organization

Relocation:  This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Hourly Pay Range: $28.84 - $36.44/hour, depending on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

This position is overtime eligible as per state and federal regulations.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).

• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Keywords: administrative assistant, executive assistant, coordination, planning, calendar management, PowerPoint, Outlook

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