Executive Assistant Jobs in Texas

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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Executive Assistant (OC26045)

  • TMEIC
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Job # OC26045 Job Title Executive Assistant Office Location Houston, TX preferred Business Function/Department Administration Sales Territory, if applicable General Role Description Provide comprehensive...

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Executive Assistant - Leukemia

  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Executive Assistant - Leukemia The Executive Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support within the Leukemia department at MD Anderson Cancer Center....

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Executive Assistant

  • Panelmatic Inc.
  • Houston, TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 17 hours ago

Job Summary: Panelmatic is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Executive team....

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Executive Administrative Assistant- FT- Days- Nrs Admin

  • Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 1 day ago

DHR Health - US:TX:Edinburg - Days Summary: POSITION SUMMARY: The ability to manage multiple tasks, plan and coordinate, and proactively handle situations are the key attributes for this role....

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Executive Assistant Intern (Philippines)

  • Planate Management Group
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with technical support centers in South...

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Onsite Executive Assistant - Kiewit Industrial

  • Kiewit
  • Abilene, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience supporting as an Executive Assistant is highly desired. You will work with a variety of individuals in our district office and enjoy a fast-paced environment....

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Executive Assistant

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Executive Assistant will perform advanced administrative/clerical duties as well as handle project assignments to support initiatives and strategic needs....

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Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Manpower
  • McAllen, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • McAllen, TX
  • 2 days ago

Our client is seeking an Executive Administrative Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have customer service, computer and organizational skills which will align successfully in...

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Executive Assistant to the President

  • Mentoring Alliance
  • Waco, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 2 days ago

As with all employees at Mentoring Alliance (MA), the Executive Assistant (EA) is considered a minister of the gospel....

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Corporate Executive Administrative Assistant to COO

  • SynergenX Health Holdings LLC
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Corporate Executive Administrative Assistant to COO SynergenX | Low T Center | HerKare Location: Houston, TX (On-Site) Schedule: Full-Time | 40-50 hours per week Reports To: Chief Operating...

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Operations Assistant, Educator Certification

  • ESC Region 20
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Provide clients and staff with high quality support in the area of educator certifications. Conduct program application screening and processing that includes GPA computation,...

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0000001025.Senior Secretary.Purchasing Department

  • Dallas County (TX)
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 days ago

Performs a variety of moderately complex secretarial and administrative tasks to support the daily operations of a division or department. Duties may include: interacting effectively with the...

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Executive Assistant to President, LSC-Houston North

  • Lone Star College System
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 4 days ago

The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within an environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented....

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Executive Assistant

  • Autodesk
  • TX
  • 4 days ago
  • TX
  • 4 days ago

We're searching for an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to support our Vice President, Customer Success Management....

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Executive Assistant

  • 200 UM Corp (Enterprise)
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

UMMG Dept of Interventional Radiology has an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant position....

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Salary for Executive Assistant Jobs in Texas

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

Highest Education Level

Executive Assistants in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.5%
High School or GED
15.9%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Master's Degree
12.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executive Assistants in Texas
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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