Position Details

Executive Assistant

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Position Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Gainesville, FL
Salary: $55,000/Annually | Exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

As an Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:

  • Provide Executive and Board support, including managing and prioritizing executive calendars, correspondence, meetings, and deadlines.
  • Prepare briefings, talking points, presentations, reports, and proposals for the President/CEO.
  • Attend meetings as assigned and accurately document minutes for timely distribution and record retention.
  • Coordinate logistics, materials, and follow-up for Board, committee, Executive, and key-staff meetings.
  • Maintain, safeguard, and manage corporate, Board, and Executive records, including archival files.
  • Serve as a visible representative of Meridian in the community, at events, forums, and with key stakeholders.
  • Manage contracts and agreements, including tracking renewals, revisions, deadlines, and document execution.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive matters discreetly and in accordance with organizational standards.
  • Provide occasional front desk coverage during absences, high-volume periods, or operational needs.


    What We're Looking For

    • Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience providing administrative or executive-level support to upper-level management or senior executives and preferably, Boards of Directors.
    • Bachelor's degree preferred.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
    • Typing proficiency of at least 50 words per minute with a high degree of accuracy.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.


    What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

    • Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
    • Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
    • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
    • Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
    • Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
    • Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
    • Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

    Ready to Make an Impact?

    Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.


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    Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.