Executive Assistant; Temp

The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority seeks a temporary Executive Assistant to provide critical support to the General Manager and Assistant General Managers, so they are able to focus on strategic initiatives that move the agency forward and delivering on the Authority’s mission.

Our mission is to conserve the natural environment, support agriculture, and connect people to nature by protecting open spaces, natural areas, and working farms and ranches for future generations. Since 1993 the Open Space Authority has protected almost 30,000 acres of natural and working lands across the Santa Clara Valley. Our agency manages and conserves a network of open space lands and natural resources, while providing compatible opportunities for hiking, biking, and equestrian uses, with a focus on increasing equity of access to the outdoors for all our constituents.

We know our continued success depends on our employees and the work they do. We are committed to providing a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages growth and development; and acknowledges individual and team achievements.

This temporary opportunity is expected to provide support to the Authority’s General Manager and two Assistant General Managers for approximately three to six months. The exact weekly hours may vary and are estimated to be between 30 – 40 hours per week.

The Authority is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant with a high level of responsibility, discretion and discernment. The primary focus of the work will be to optimize the use of the General Manager and Assistant General Managers’ time through strategic calendar management. Work with internal staff and external partners to coordinate multi‑agency in‑person and virtual meetings, including the coordination of technology and facility needs.

Meetings are arranged for maximum effectiveness and participants are fully informed before the meeting through accurate and timely meeting documentation and communication.

We need you to bring expert skills with Microsoft O365, primarily Outlook, Teams, and Word and a proven track record of building rapport and effective relationships with internal staff and external partners and stakeholders. In this critical role you will be trusted with confidential information and need to bring a high level of integrity to everything that you do.

While the primary focus of the role is to provide critical support related to scheduling, as time permits there may be other asks of your time to process payments, review documents, and relay communications on behalf of the General Manager and Assistant General Managers.

• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, or a related field.
• 5 Years of responsible experience assisting executive management or a high‑level official in the government or non‑profit sector.
• Expert calendar management and use of Microsoft Outlook.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Ability to learn new software such as the Authority’s ERP system.
• Conduct business activities with discretion and discernment.

Note:

This position is required to take and pass a pre‑employment background check.

If you are excited by the opportunities and challenges offered in this position, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience is non‑typical or if you are not sure you meet every one of the qualifications described.

The hourly pay range for this temporary, non‑exempt position starts at $42.42 hourly. This position is eligible for paid sick leave. The Authority supports a hybrid work place and this position may be afforded opportunities for remote work.

All application materials must be received prior to January 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM. To be considered for this opportunity, submit your application materials including cover letter and a self‑prepared resume at the application link provided below. The Open Space Authority utilizes a robust process that will ask qualified candidates to engage in multiple steps leading up to a final panel interview.

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