Senior Executive Assistant

Ascension • Wichita, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education OR experience, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Proven Administrative Experience: Prior track record directly supporting organizational leadership, including complex calendar and schedule management.
• Professional Communication Skills: Exceptional communication tailored for high-level interactions with key stakeholders, leaders, and team members.
• Critical Thinking & High-Level Organization: Exceptional organizational skills coupled with sound critical thinking to independently solve problems, prioritize competing demands, and keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for ministry executives; including, Ministry Market CEO, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Strategy Officer, and the Chief Advocacy Officer
• Support the executive office by managing a complex, high-volume calendar and coordinating seamless travel, meetings, and special events ensuring the executives remain focused on organizational priorities.
• Coordinate Board of Director activities by overseeing meeting logistics, catering, preparing agendas, and document distribution, providing a professional experience for our governing leaders.
• Document key decisions by attending board and management meetings to record minutes and maintain official records, serving as a trusted guardian of institutional information.
• Support executive messaging by coordinating the preparation of reports and presentations, ensuring the leader is always equipped with the right materials to communicate effectively across the system.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: High school or GED