Executive Assistant

LaSalle Network has partnered with a premier, mission-driven organization in Barrington, IL to identify a dedicated and proactive Executive Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a beautiful, expansive 80-acre campus with a tight-knit team focused on community, hospitality, and service.

If you are a self-starter with a welcoming spirit, a professional demeanor, and a knack for managing multiple projects seamlessly, we would love to connect with you!

What You Will Do

• Executive Support: Schedule calendar meetings for the Executive Director and assist both the Executive Director and Director of Operations with daily administrative duties.

• Board Relations: Manage communications, scheduling, and event coordination for the Board of Directors.

• Hospitality & Communication: Greet guests warmly, answer phones, and effectively communicate across diverse generations and demographics by phone, in writing, and in person.

• Database & Report Management: Update database records, enter detailed information, and generate/export comprehensive reports.

• Office & Project Management: Manage and organize multiple deadline-driven projects simultaneously. Attend weekly team meetings to capture and distribute detailed minutes.

• Operations & Supply Chain: Purchase office supplies, maintain equipment, run occasional errands, and manage the on-site Resource Center by ordering books and prayer resources.

• Culture & Events: Bring the team together by planning periodic staff outings, parties, and internal meetings.

What You Need to Succeed

• Schedule: Ability to work fully in-person, Monday through Friday (~40 hours per week), with flexibility for a few evenings and occasional weekends to support meetings and special events.

• Experience & Education: Relevant professional office experience is required; a bachelor's degree is highly preferred.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a strong eye for grammar, proofreading, and spotting typos.

• Technical Savvy: Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail).

• Language: Fluent in English; knowledge of conversational or professional Spanish is a plus.

• Physical & Logistics Requirements: A valid driver's license for running occasional errands and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs of office supplies (books, paper, etc.).

• Demeanor: A service-oriented, can-do attitude, paired with the utmost discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

What's In It For You?

• Stunning Work Environment: Work every day on 80 acres of beautiful, peaceful grounds alongside a deeply mission-driven team.

• Financial Security: Competitive compensation package $50k-$60k base salary and a 403B retirement plan with a company match.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance and long-term disability coverage.

• Work-Life Balance: 11 paid holidays, plus generous paid vacation and personal time.

• Perks: Free lunch provided on most workdays!

Are you ready to bring your administrative expertise to an organization that truly makes an impact? Apply today!

Cas Ngiramowai
Recruiting Lead
LaSalle Network

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