History / Overview
In the summer of 2010, a group of executive assistants acknowledged the need to create a peer network. These administrative professionals are committed to the highest level of job performance with career development as a fundamental component of their success. They recognize the value of their contributions to their co-workers, departments, units — and by extension, to the entire university. Embracing the goal of ‘One University,’ this group strives to continuously improve professional skills on an individual and collective basis.
The group meets bimonthly, giving group members the opportunity to develop leadership skills by serving as officers for the group, facilitators and hosts, and leaders and members of the work groups. Administrators will be encouraged to enhance their competencies and develop new ones.
Primary Goals
- Align activities with the University’s goals and values
- Encourage professional development
- Continuous improvement and updating of skills
- Encourage professional certifications
- Leadership development
- Benefit our home unit, as well as prepare us for service in other university roles
- Become mentors for other administrative professionals, assist in succession planning
- Network with peers
- Enhance professional relationships
- Create resources of information to share
- Serve as a resource for each other, sharing best practices