Assistant to the Vice Presidents for Communications and Administration

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with coordinating complex travel arrangements, managing complex scheduling/calendars. Experience with drafting professional correspondence. Education A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills are attained.

Certifications: When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Other Information: Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page. Department Statement The Divisions of Communications and Administration provide mission-critical functions in support of Colgate University’s academic mission. Together these divisions include the departments of Risk Management and Legal Affairs, Human Resources, the Office of Institutional Analysis, and the Communications Department, which oversees all internal and external communications of the University, University Events, and Government Relations.

Accountabilities: Reporting jointly to the Vice President for Communications and the Vice President for Administration, this position is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the two divisions. Responsibilities include: Coordination of the daily and ongoing operations and efficient administration of procedures and processes central to the Offices. Maintaining discretion and safeguarding confidential information. Responding in a timely manner to requests for information and making referrals to other resources as appropriate. Managing calendars, itineraries, travel arrangements, contacts, and correspondence for the Vice Presidents and the Assistant Vice President for Risk Management and Analysis. Monitoring office budgets and supplies, which may include researching services and pricing, processing quotes, creating PO’s and requisitions and submitting for timely payment. Partnering effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across campus and other duties as assigned. Requisition Number Requisition Number 2026S070Posting Temporary Temporary No Work Schedule Job Open Date Job Open Date 10/07/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement: The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Clery Act CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at:https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e‑mail atcusafety@colgate.edu. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you currently a Colgate employee? Yes