Job Description

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) is seeking an ambitious, technologically savvy, forward-thinking, and detail-oriented individual to fill its Administrative Assistant position. This position will play an important role in the day-to-day operations at GOED as it provides administrative support to the Sr. Vice President of Economic Development and multiple teams within the agency.

POSITION DETAILS & COMMITMENT

• Salary – $26.00 - $33.00/hr
  
• Work Format – Hybrid (At least two days in person at GOED - 60 E South Temple Ste 300, Salt Lake City)
  
• Schedule Code – AC - Employees in Offices of Elected Officials
  
• Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
  
• Application Deadline – 11:59 PM (MDT) on August 21, 2026
  

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide administrative support to the Sr. Vice President of Economic Development and multiple teams within GOED.
  
• Arrange for meetings with internal staff and external partners.
  
• Attend meetings to produce minutes from notes and recordings.
  
• Event planning (meeting space, food, technology needs and other accommodations).
  
• Make travel arrangements (schedule flights, book hotels, ground transportation, reimbursement, etc).
  
• Perform office management responsibilities.
  
• Write, draft, or review correspondence, reports, documents, and/or other written materials.
  
• Track and file (original and electronic) official correspondence and communications with the office on a variety of projects and grants.
  
• Receive calls and/or greet visitors, take and relay messages, respond to requests for information.
  
• Manage equipment inventories, supplies and other office needs regarding software, phones, access cards, keys, copiers, and printers, etc.
  

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Highly skilled at scheduling, setting up and managing virtual and in-person meetings with proficiency in the required associated technology.
  
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word. as well as PDF documents.
  
• Experience producing minutes from notes and recordings
  
• Working knowledge of Google email and calendaring software.
  
• Professional and detail oriented with excellent customer service skills.
  
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple requests for assistance, and work well as a member of a team.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM
GOED is a fast-­paced, dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-­on experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities. The State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. Click HERE to review.

WHO WE ARE
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) champions Gov. Cox’s commitment to providing economic opportunity for all Utahns. The office supports Utah entrepreneurs and businesses. We work to retain and recruit companies and bring more high-paying jobs to Utah. In addition, we work with industries, Utah regions, communities, and nonprofits to implement strategic economic development plans and reinforce Utah’s already diverse, prosperous economy. We utilize federal and state resources and private sector contracts to cultivate economic prosperity for all Utahns.

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.

Recruiter - Sarah Humphries; shumphries@utah.gov