Administrative Assistant

Details•Blacksburg, VA

1d•$40,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, service-minded Administrative Assistant. You will serve as the first point of contact for the office, greeting visitors, managing calendars, answering incoming calls, scheduling and coordinating meetings. You’ll also have the opportunity to engage with leaders across the university in providing administrative support for senior-level searches, and collecting and summarizing data, and providing support for special projects. Every day is different, and the Administrative Assistant will make an impact every day, supported by a collegial and supportive team of colleagues. This dynamic office seeks to continually find ways to support faculty success and empower faculty excellence, providing ample opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

Professional office experience in an academic or business setting.
Basic proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Forms, Outlook).
Experience assisting with scheduling, calendars, meetings, or appointments.
Experience handling confidential information, documents, and files in a professional or academic setting.
Demonstrated attention to detail in administrative or office-related work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team with limited supervision.
Ability and desire to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Must have strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong customer service orientation.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing administrative support to multiple senior or executive level leaders.
Familiarity with university policies and procedures.
Experience collecting data and/or managing databases.
Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new software systems.