Executive Assistant Jobs in Maryland

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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The Executive Assistant will also provide project management support to the Sr....

APM Executive Assistant

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 1 day ago

Job Requisition ID #** 25WD88034 **Position Overview** Autodesk is looking for a dynamic and proactive Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Vice President, Acquisition...

Executive Administrative Assistant I

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

Executive Administrative Assistant I Job no: 494959 Work type: Staff Full-time Location: UMBC Campus Categories: Administrative/Clerical Support Department: Facilities Management UMBC's Facilities...

Sr. Management Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Kensington, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Kensington, MD
  • 2 days ago

Back to all jobs Sr. Management Executive Administrative Assistant 3015 University Blvd W, Kensington, MD, USA 66,200-80,000 per year Salary Full Time Position Description To anticipate, control...

Executive Assistant II

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities The Executive Assistant II performs duties consistent with providing executive level support to the direct manager as well as back-up support to other members of executive management...

Executive Assistant to SVP (Remote - Boston, Raleigh and Charlotte)

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 3 days ago

You MUST LIVE in Boston, Raleigh or Charlotte to be considered for this role.)** For over thirty years, Cytel has enabled the world's biotech and pharmaceutical companies to make confident,...

Remote Work

Executive Assistant

  • Easton, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 3 days ago

Reporting to the Assistant County Manager, the Executive Assistant has a dotted line of report to Talbot County Council as well as the County Manager....

Executive Secretary / Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Lexington Park, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington Park, MD
  • 3 days ago

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly...

Executive Assistant ($63,246.12+)

  • Easton, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Executive Assistant Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Administration, Services, Strategies & Services....

Executive Assistant

  • Hanover, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 4 days ago

Executive Assistant will work closely with various departments to ensure the successful planning and execution of events that align with the company's strategic goals....

Executive Assistant

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary: The Executive Assistant provides support and communications to customers from the Customer Service Center....

Executive Assistant

  • Towson, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Towson, MD
  • 4 days ago

Job Description General Summary The Executive Assistant reports to the Chief of Staff of the administration department and provides administrative support to multiple Vice Presidents/Executive-level...

Executive Assistant III, Day Shift, System Quality

  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 5 days ago

Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an Executive Assistant III who will embrace our mission to extend Gods care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing....

Executive Assistant

  • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
  • 8 days ago

Executive Assistant Key Role: Coordinate facilities and administrative services, including clerical and support services, printing, mail distribution, messenger services, and telecommunications....

Executive Assistant

  • Columbia, MD
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 9 days ago

Executive Assistant Columbia, MD Type: Contract-to-Hire Category: Administrative Salary: 50.00 Per Hour Reference ID: 10041716 Shortcut: eVw6gZ Job Title: Executive Assistant to COO Location: Columbia...

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Salary for Executive Assistant Jobs in Maryland

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

Highest Education Level

Executive Assistants in Maryland offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.3%
High School or GED
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Master's Degree
11.8%
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 Maryland
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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