Executive Assistant to the CEO
Lafayette Federal Credit Union
Date: 1 day ago
City: Rockville, MD
Salary:
$52,621
-
$60,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
Description
NOTICE: JOB APPLICANTS LIMITED TO DC, MD, OR VA RESIDENTS. POSITION IS HYBRID. Please note that we are exclusively considering applicants residing in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia for all open positions.
Join Lafayette Federal Credit Union, a proud recipient of USA Today's Top Workplaces of 2025 award!
As we continue to grow, we are on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our dynamic team. At Lafayette Federal Credit Union, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our reputation as an employer of choice. We believe that the dedication and skills of our team members are crucial to achieving our mission of becoming the premier financial partner for our community. Your potential contributions are invaluable, and we are excited to welcome new team members who share our passion for innovation and high performance.
About Us
Our Difference: What makes Lafayette Federal cutting-edge? Lafayette Federal Credit Union is not only a great place to bank, but also a great place to work! In addition to our Top Workplaces recognition by USA Today, we've also earned numerous accolades including:
Our Opportunities: Professional development, training, and certification is a priority for our employees. We want you to reach your career goals and provide support that leads to opportunities of advancement within the industry.
Lafayette Federal may have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are currently seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide executive, administrative, and development support to the President and Board of Directors in carrying out the objectives of the credit union.
Our ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and positive about their role in our Credit Union's success. We are looking for candidates with at least three to five years of similar experience as an administrative and/or executive assistant. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills (written and verbal), top tier organizational skills and ability to multi-task, problem solving skills, and adaptability. Additionally, our preferred candidate will understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication. The most qualified candidates will be proactive and productive in their efforts to support the Executives and Board of Directors.
Requirements
A day in the life of the Executive Assistant to the CEO includes:
Executive Support
Joining Lafayette Federal comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey.
We Provide Employees With a Generous Benefits Package Including
Location:
This position will report to our headquarters. We are located in the heart of Rockville, MD where career growth meets urban vitality. Experience the perfect balance of professional opportunity and a lively community, creating a unique environment for success and fulfillment.
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.
NOTICE: JOB APPLICANTS LIMITED TO DC, MD, OR VA RESIDENTS. POSITION IS HYBRID. Please note that we are exclusively considering applicants residing in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia for all open positions.
Join Lafayette Federal Credit Union, a proud recipient of USA Today's Top Workplaces of 2025 award!
As we continue to grow, we are on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our dynamic team. At Lafayette Federal Credit Union, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our reputation as an employer of choice. We believe that the dedication and skills of our team members are crucial to achieving our mission of becoming the premier financial partner for our community. Your potential contributions are invaluable, and we are excited to welcome new team members who share our passion for innovation and high performance.
About Us
Our Difference: What makes Lafayette Federal cutting-edge? Lafayette Federal Credit Union is not only a great place to bank, but also a great place to work! In addition to our Top Workplaces recognition by USA Today, we've also earned numerous accolades including:
- Newsweek’s America’s Best Banks list
- A 5-star rating from Bauer Financial
- Recognition by S&P Global's Top Performing Credit Unions
Our Opportunities: Professional development, training, and certification is a priority for our employees. We want you to reach your career goals and provide support that leads to opportunities of advancement within the industry.
Lafayette Federal may have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are currently seeking an Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide executive, administrative, and development support to the President and Board of Directors in carrying out the objectives of the credit union.
Our ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and positive about their role in our Credit Union's success. We are looking for candidates with at least three to five years of similar experience as an administrative and/or executive assistant. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills (written and verbal), top tier organizational skills and ability to multi-task, problem solving skills, and adaptability. Additionally, our preferred candidate will understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication. The most qualified candidates will be proactive and productive in their efforts to support the Executives and Board of Directors.
Requirements
A day in the life of the Executive Assistant to the CEO includes:
Executive Support
- Completing a broad variety of administrative tasks for the President/CEO including managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential, arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, agendas, and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
- Working closely and effectively with the President/CEO to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
- Planning, coordinating and ensuring the President/CEO 's schedule is followed and respected. Provides "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the President/CEO 's time and office.
- Providing a bridge for smooth communication between the President/CEO 's office and internal departments demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management team.
- Providing leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization and managing a variety of special projects for the President/CEO, some of which may have organizational impact.
- Prioritizing conflicting needs, handling matters expeditiously, proactively, and following-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadlines.
- Serves as the President's administrative liaison to Lafayette Federal’s Board of Directors.
- Coordinating monthly meetings and ordering lunches. Providing meeting notification and securing a quorum.
- Attending meetings and taking minutes for various monthly meetings with the board and executive team ensuring completion, accuracy and prepared within a three-day turn-around time.
- Adhering to compliance with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board meeting matters, including advance distribution of materials before meetings.
- Maintaining volunteer contact information and coordinating and maintaining conference arrangements and educational opportunities for the President and Board of Directors including travel arrangements, lodging, and meal planning as needed.
- Coordinating and attending regularly scheduled events and annual meetings.
- Maintaining discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all board members.
- Performing other duties as needed or assigned by the VP of Human Resources, SVP of Administration, and/or President/CEO.
- Three years to five years of similar or related experience.
- A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's
Joining Lafayette Federal comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey.
We Provide Employees With a Generous Benefits Package Including
- Employer paid (99.9%) health insurance premium for single and family coverage (HMO Plan)
- Fully funded deductible (HMO Plan)
- 401k employer matching contribution
- Income protection with life insurance, short and long-term disability
- Paid time off, holiday leave & birthday leave
- Educational assistance
- Commuter benefits program and more!
Location:
This position will report to our headquarters. We are located in the heart of Rockville, MD where career growth meets urban vitality. Experience the perfect balance of professional opportunity and a lively community, creating a unique environment for success and fulfillment.
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.
- Lafayette Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer
- EOE/AA/DISABILITY/VETERAN
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