C-Suite Executive Assistant

The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) seeks a C-Suite Executive Assistant to provide lead administrative support for one or more executives and collaborate with a team of Executive Assistants supporting the Executive Office's strategic priorities.

About SMUD:
SMUD is the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, recognized as one of Sacramento's best places to work. The organization is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and its 2030 Clean Energy Vision. Sacramento offers proximity to Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, and Napa Valley, with a thriving farm-to-fork food movement and rich cultural scene.

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Manager, Executive Office, this role provides complex administrative support and scheduling duties for SMUD executives. The position requires extensive staff, public, and organizational contact with a high degree of tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and independent judgment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide administrative, analytical, and technical support to assigned executive staff
• Research, draft, and prepare written materials including correspondence, memoranda, procedures, and reports
• Manage complex executive calendars, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings with audio-visual and catering arrangements
• Prepare and ensure accuracy of departmental information in presentation formats
• Plan, coordinate, and prepare Board Committee meetings ensuring all deadlines are met
• Edit Board Committee packets for accuracy including relevant policies and reports
• Coordinate with Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion on documents, reviews, and reports
• Follow delegation of authority to approve travel, events, projects, and other documents on behalf of executives
• Act as liaison between Executive team and staff, agencies, vendors, contractors, and customers
• Screen calls and mail, disseminate information, handle complaints, and track action items
• Support department projects including planning, reviewing, and researching project information
• Provide backup support to other Executive Assistants and Manager when necessary

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 3+ years in administrative position supporting senior leader/executive (required)
• Proven track record supporting multiple senior leaders with complex scheduling
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, enjoys structure and order
• Deep understanding of executive priorities with proactive problem-solving abilities
• Strong customer service, highly responsive, acts with urgency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with tact and professionalism
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in busy environment
• Community-minded with positive attitude

Desirable Qualifications:
• 5+ years administrative experience supporting multiple senior leaders/executives
• Highly skilled with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Associate degree in Business, Communications, or related field

Salary: $94,182-$124,800 per annum
Status: Full-time, non-Civil Service (at-will)
Location: Sacramento, CA (Hybrid eligible)
Application Deadline: January 25, 2026

SMUD offers CalPERS retirement benefits, free covered parking, EV charging, and a comprehensive benefits package.