About this Executive Operations Specialist role at AAMC
Who We Are:
The Association of American Medical Colleges is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health care by supporting the entire spectrum of medical education, medical research, and patient care conducted by our member institutions. We are dedicated to the communities we serve and steadfast in our goal to improve the health of all.
At the AAMC, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to promote well-being, professional development, and work-life balance.
- Hybrid Work – Primarily remote roles with the ability to work across the U.S.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; and fitness reimbursement
- Generous Time Away – Paid time off, holidays, personal days, sick leave, paid parental leave and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits.
- Retirement & Financial Well-Being – 403(b) retirement plan with generous employer contributions and financial planning resources
- Family & Care Support – Backup care for children, elders, and pets, plus resources for families with specialized needs
- Learning & Purpose: Tuition reimbursement, professional learning and development opportunities and the chance to advance a meaningful mission.
Additional information can be found on our website.
Why us, why now?
The Executive Operations Specialist provides advanced operational, project coordination, and communications support for the Academic Affairs (AA) Cluster. This role focuses on the independent execution of complex work in support of AA initiatives, senior leaders, and Technical Leaders. The position emphasizes delivery, coordination, and process reliability.
How you will make an impact?
AA Communications Execution and Production:
Draft, produce, and disseminate internal and external communications, newsletters, presentations, and templates in alignment with established messaging and priorities.
Manage content calendars and maintain support communication channels such as Teams and SharePoint to ensure timely and accurate information sharing.
Project Coordination and Support:
Coordinate AA projects and initiatives by managing timelines, tracking deliverables, documenting decisions, and coordinating follow-up activities.
Maintain non-human inboxes, draft correspondence, reply to regular inquiries, and raise awareness of more complex inquiries.
Maintain project documentation and provide status updates to appropriate stakeholders.
Escalate risks or issues as appropriate.
Meeting, Retreat, and Forum Coordination:
Coordinate logistics, materials, agendas, and post-meeting documentation for meetings, retreats and committees across the AA Cluster.
Ensure smooth execution and consistent follow-through.
Partner with Executive Operations Leader in the development of messages on behalf of the CAO, including preparation of weekly internal and external presentations, briefings, and talking points.
Tools, Systems, and Process Administration:
Administer and maintain collaboration and project management tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, and Monday.com).
Support adoption of tools and processes across the cluster and assist with documentation and continuous improvement efforts.
Executive Activities:
Collaborate with administrative staff who provide support to the CAO to ensure the CAO is prepared for all speaking engagements.
Support CAO and AA senior leader on ad hoc leadership initiatives.
What you will bring to the role:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is required.
5-7 years of related work experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting executive operations, project coordination, communications production, and operational processes in a complex organizational environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional experience in organizational effectiveness, constituent engagement, and medical education; with preference for health care, education, or experience in a professional association.
Remote Work Eligibility
This position is eligible for remote work in the contiguous USCompensation Grade Range
$70,465.00-$82,900.00Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors may include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, as well as internal equity, market, and business considerations.
If a bachelor’s degree is required, related work experience may be substituted in some positions. One year of college course work at an accredited institution is equivalent to one year of related work experience.
The AAMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The AAMC is committed to an Equal Employment Opportunity policy in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other personnel practices. The AAMC will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, past or current military service, or any other legally protected characteristic. The AAMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the AAMC will ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the talent acquisition team.
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