Executive Assistant

York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future.

Working within a fast paced, changing environment, the Executive Assistant will provide efficient, professional, and confidential support to the Executive Director, Community Safety. Duties are broad and varied. Daily activities involve interaction with all students, faculty, staff and high-level internal and external contacts and exposure to confidential and sensitive information requiring considerable use of initiative, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and excellent judgement. The Executive Assistant assesses the importance and urgency of issues or problems that arise, addresses issues, or alerts the relevant leadership of pote...