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Job Description

The Executive Assistant (EA) is a key strategic partner to the executive leadership team, ensuring efficiency, organization, and proactive support in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This role goes beyond traditional administrative tasks—requiring a highly organized, tech-savvy, and resourceful individual who can anticipate needs, drive priorities, and optimize workflows. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-energy setting, maintains strict confidentiality, and enhances executive productivity.  
 

1. High-Impact Executive Support  

• Time & Calendar Management: Optimize executive schedules by prioritizing tasks, blocking focus time, and minimizing distractions. Not just scheduling but protecting executive time.  

• Proactive Task Management: Anticipate needs, identify bottlenecks, and take initiative to ensure seamless operations without constant oversight.  

• Confidentiality & Discretion: Handle sensitive business and personal information with the highest level of trust and professionalism.  
   

2. Tech Fluency & Process Optimization  

• Systems & Tools Proficiency: Utilize modern productivity and automation tools (e.g., Teams, Microsoft, AI, Concur) to streamline workflows.  

• Inbox & Communication Optimization: Draft and manage emails, presentations, and reports, ensuring clarity and professionalism.  

• Data & Metrics Awareness: Pull reports, track KPIs, and provide insights to support data-driven decision-making.  
   

3. Leadership & Strategic Thinking  

• Supervisory responsibilities: Leading the EA that supports other ELT members.  

• Business Acumen: Understand company priorities and ensure the executive team is well-prepared for meetings and strategic discussions.  

• Problem-Solving & Decision Support: Offer solutions, reprioritize tasks as needed, and act as a trusted advisor to leadership.  

• Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the executive team in meetings, with clients, vendors, employees, and other key partners.  
   

4. Cultural Fit   

• Relationship Management: Build strong internal and external relationships, acting as a bridge between executives and the broader organization.  

• Leadership Presence: Confidently manage up—holding executives accountable, flagging workload concerns, and proactively adjusting priorities.  

• Energy & Enthusiasm: Bring a positive, solutions-oriented mindset that aligns with company values and leadership style.  
   

5. Future-Focused & Growth-Oriented  

• Scalability & Adaptability: Ability to grow with the role, taking on expanded responsibilities as the company evolves.  

• Continuous Learning: Stay ahead of industry trends, new tools, and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.  

• Long-Term Partnership: Support executives not just in daily tasks but in achieving long-term strategic goals.  
   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• Exceptional Organizational Skills: The ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines with precision and efficiency. This includes a knack for creating systems and processes that optimize workflows and reduce inefficiencies.  

• Tech Savviness: Proficiency with modern productivity tools and platforms such as Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Concur, and AI-based tools. A strong ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.  

• Strategic Thinking: The capacity to anticipate needs, identify potential challenges, and proactively develop solutions. This includes understanding the broader business context and aligning tasks with organizational goals.   Communication Excellence: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft professional emails, presentations, and reports. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels.  

• Discretion and Confidentiality: A deep understanding of the importance of handling sensitive information with the utmost professionalism and trustworthiness.  

• Problem-Solving Abilities: A resourceful mindset to navigate complex situations, reprioritize tasks, and make sound decisions under pressure.   Relationship Management: The ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders, acting as a trusted representative of the executive team.  

• Adaptability and Growth Orientation: A willingness to embrace change, learn new skills, and take on expanded responsibilities as the role evolves.  

• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to managing schedules, preparing documents, and ensuring accuracy in all tasks.  

• Leadership Presence: Confidence in managing up, holding executives accountable, and providing constructive feedback when necessary.  

Education and Experience Requirements  

• Education:   Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field is preferred but not always required. Relevant certifications in executive assistance or project management are a plus.  

• Experience:   Minimum of 5 years of experience in an executive assistant or similar role, preferably supporting C-suite executives in a fast-paced environment.   2+ years of experience leading, developing, and engaging direct reports preferred  Proven track record of managing complex schedules, coordinating high-stakes meetings, and handling confidential information.   Experience with data analysis, KPI tracking, and providing insights to support decision-making.   Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.  

• Additional Qualifications:   Familiarity with industry trends, best practices, and tools that enhance executive productivity.   Experience in a high-growth or entrepreneurial environment is highly desirable.   A history of continuous learning and professional development, showcasing a commitment to excellence.  

Ability to speak, read and write fluently in English is required.

You MUST BE physically located in the United States while performing this job.

TruGreen is proud to affirm our commitment to hiring veterans. We recognize and appreciate the exceptional skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the workforce. By fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, we aim to leverage the unique experiences of veterans, creating a richer, more dynamic workplace.

Pay Ranges

This range is based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate’s skills, experience, and geographic location, the expected quality and quantity of work, and internal pay alignment, as needed. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the pay range. The upper end of the range will generally be reserved for candidates with extensive experience. An employee’s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and Company-matching 401(k) in addition to other programs and perks.

TruGreen is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to this position.
 
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. To learn more, please visit EEOC/EEO | TruGreen (trugreenjobs.com).
 
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