Executive Assistant Jobs in California

An Executive Assistant in the admin industry provides comprehensive administrative support to senior executives and management. This role is responsible for managing schedules, preparing reports, handling correspondence, arranging travel, organizing meetings and events, and maintaining files and databases. They often act as the executive's first point of contact with internal and external stakeholders, which requires them to exercise a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. The role may also include managing projects, conducting research, and providing executive-level support in decision-making processes.

Key skills for an Executive Assistant include excellent organization and time management skills, high level of multitasking and prioritizing, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency with technology, including office software applications. Certifications such as Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or Professional Administrative Certificate of Excellence (PACE) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Executive Assistant, one may have roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, or Personal Assistant, which provide relevant experience in administrative tasks, project management, and executive support.

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Project Administrator

  • Monrovia, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Monrovia, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Project Administrator assists the Project Manager with the administration of construction projects. Administration of projects includes providing reports and information to the Project Manager...

Executive Assistant, SVP Production (HBO)

  • Venice, CA
  • moments ago
  • Venice, CA
  • moments ago

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, the stuff dreams are made of, were not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or...

Senior Administrative Coordinator, Major Gifts

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • moments ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • moments ago

Provide high-level administrative assistance to major gift officers representing the schools, colleges, and constituent units within University Advancement. Review, prioritize, and resolve...

Executive Personal Assistant To Busy CEO

  • La Verne, CA
  • moments ago
  • La Verne, CA
  • moments ago

ENERGETIC PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO BUSY CEO GLOBAL PROCESSING SYSTEMS La Verne, CA $52-70K **MUST HAVE MINIMUM OF 2 YRS EXPERIENCE AT BEING A PERSONAL ASSISTANT** Benefits: Health insurance Life...

Executive Assistant, SVP Production (HBO)

  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, the stuff dreams are made of, were not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or...

Legal Executive Assistant

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 2 hours ago

The Position: The Legal Executive Assistant position is in the City Attorneys Office and provides support to the Citys attorneys, as well as the Risk Manager....

Executive assistant - (3 - 6 months contract) in Irvine,CA,US

  • Irvine, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Executive assistant - (3 - 6 months contract) temp to hire role summary: Work closely with the company's management team members to provide support for teams with meetings, visitors, calendars, travel...

Executive Assistant

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago

We are searching for an executive assistant to provide both (1) direct executive support to our two cofounders and (2) broader operational support across event planning, office management, finance,...

Executive Personal Assistant for 6 month assignment

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Qualifications: Proven experience as a personal assistant, executive assistant, or similar role supporting high net worth individuals. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills....

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police

  • Fresno, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police Job no: 549961 Work type: Staff Location: Fresno Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time Executive...

Senior Executive Assistant

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

About the Team DoorDash is scaling as a global organization, and we are hiring an Executive Assistant to partner with leaders at DoorDash....

Executive Assistant to Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Position Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled and agile Executive Assistant to support our Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)....

Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago

As an Executive Assistant in Commercial & Investment Banking, you will need to work well in a team environment, be able to represent the manager/group with professional courtesy and acumen, and deliver...

Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 16 hours ago

The Executive Administrative Assistant is responsible for handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and providing support to assist assigned Executives in attaining...

Executive Assistant

  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Adecco is currently assisting our local client recruiting for Executive Assistant for a prestige's client located in Fountain Valley, CA....

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Salary for Executive Assistant Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Executive Assistants in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Master's Degree
11.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Assistants in California
2-4 years
29.2%
1-2 years
28.9%
4-6 years
17.7%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
6.6%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
10+ years
3.2%


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