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Moments Hospice

Executive Director

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

Orchestrate exceptional patient experiences and make a real difference as our Executive Director ... Academic Credentials: Bachelor's in Business/Healthcare Admin (required), Master's a plus. * Astute ...

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... Executive Director of Private Banking will be directly responsible for managing all aspects of the ... Education Bachelor's Degree Business, Finance or related academic track And Master's Degree MS, MBA ...

Moments Hospice

Executive Director

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Orchestrate exceptional patient experiences and make a real difference as our Executive Director ... Academic Credentials: Bachelor's in Business/Healthcare Admin (required), Master's a plus. * Astute ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic executive in Indiana is $89,021.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,200.00 and $114,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does an academic executive typically collaborate with faculty and administrative staff to achieve institutional goals?

An Academic Executive works closely with both faculty and administrative teams to align academic programs with the institution's strategic vision. This often involves leading curriculum development initiatives, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and facilitating cross-departmental communication. Regular meetings, strategic planning sessions, and joint committees are common avenues for collaboration. By fostering strong relationships and open dialogue, Academic Executives help create a cohesive environment focused on academic excellence and continuous improvement.

What is an academic executive?

Academic Executives are senior leaders in educational institutions, such as universities or colleges, who are responsible for overseeing academic programs, policies, and faculty. Their roles often include strategic planning, curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and ensuring academic standards are met. Academic Executives may hold titles such as Provost, Dean, or Vice President of Academic Affairs, and they play a key role in shaping the institution’s academic vision and goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an academic executive, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Academic Executive, you need advanced knowledge in educational administration, leadership experience, and typically a master's or doctoral degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with learning management systems, institutional accreditation requirements, and data analysis tools is essential. Outstanding interpersonal skills, strategic vision, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for inspiring faculty and driving institutional goals. These competencies ensure the successful management of academic programs, promotion of educational excellence, and achievement of organizational objectives.
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Infographic showing various Academic Executive job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,021 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Administrative Assistant to the CAPS Vice President of Academic Affairs

Indiana Wesleyan University

Marion, IN • On-site

$17.75 - $24/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Indiana Wesleyan University rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Administrative Assistant to the CAPS Vice President of Academic Affairs
Job no: 495184
Work type: Hourly (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Office/Clerical, Other
Job Title: Administrative Assistant to the CAPS Vice President of Academic Affairs
Reporting Relationship: Vice President of Academic Affairs; Academic Operations - CAPS
Unit: National & Global
Department: Academic Affairs - IWU National & Global
Campus Location: NGM Building, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: Provides high-level administrative support for the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) of the College of Adult and Professional Studies (CAPS) by attending leadership meetings, sourcing and compiling data, preparing reports, handling highly confidential information and requests, engaging in problem solving related to routine matters that arise in CAPS, assisting in coordinating and tracking the work of those who report to the VPAA, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling travel arrangements and meetings.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assist the Vice President and manage the Vice President's schedule, phone calls, and daily correspondence
  • Ensure a close working relationship with the Administrative Staff in various office throughout the University system
  • Engage in problem solving related to routine matters that arise in CAPS
  • Research, organize, gather and manage information needed for specific projects and initiatives overseen by the VPAA
  • Prepare agendas for leadership and committee meetings including, but not limited to: the CAPS Academic Leadership Team, CAPS Academic Affairs Committee, and the CAPS Academic Appeals Committee
  • Prepare reports (including tables, charts, graphs, etc.), memos, letters and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software within Microsoft Office suite products
  • Access budget data, collaborate with the National & Global Budget Officer, and prepare information for assisting in budget management of CAPS
  • Prepare conference request forms, expense requisitions, credit card reconciliation reports, etc.
  • Assist in the organization of all Fulltime Faculty related events, including graduation, new faculty trainings, and the annual CAPS professional development day
  • Track and prepare Faculty Annual Review documents to be sent to the CAO's office when finalized
  • Initiate and track the Rank Promotion and Multi-Year Contracts process for fulltime faculty in CAPS
  • Maintain faculty distribution lists
  • Coordinate ballot preparations for the Nominating Committee in preparation for the Annual Meeting/Election and notify the CAO's office of newly elected members for Councils and Committees
  • Submit CAPS faculty line-of-march
  • Collaborate with the CAPS Faculty Chair in sending electronic communication to full time faculty
  • For the graduation ceremonies, coordinate lunches/dinners (including arranging for table decorations/centerpieces) for CAPS (logging the attendees)
  • Serve as the Colleague Security Officer for CAPS; verifying requests to ensure legitimacy and relevance to the position of the person for which the request is being made; submitting the request to IT and following up with the requestor when complete
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
  • Associates degree required, bachelor degree preferred

Experience
  • Progressively Responsible Administrative Support Experience
    • Two to Three (2-3) years of progressively responsible administrative work, preferably
      supporting senior leaders or executives in a complex organization.
      Higher Education or Comparable Professional Environment
    • Experience working in higher education or another complex, mission-driven organization with multiple stakeholders, policies, and competing priorities.
  • Project and Event Coordination
    • Experience coordinating meetings, events, or organizational initiatives, including scheduling, logistics, communication, and follow-up across multiple departments or teams
  • Confidential Information and Executive Communications
    • Demonstrated experience handling highly confidential information, preparing
      professional correspondence and reports, and exercising sound judgment and
      discretion

Required Skills
  • Demonstrate customer service skills
  • Strong interpersonal/human relations skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, emphasis on influencing/persuasion skills
  • Effective presentation skills
  • Group facilitation skills
  • Ability to solve problems, design and execute projects
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Highly proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 04 Aug 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 06 Sep 2026 US Eastern Daylight Time
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