Administrative Assistant: Faculty Affairs
Full Time
Richmond, VA
Posted
Job description
Welcome to VCU … a world unlike any other.
We combine learning, research, creativity, service and discovery with a commitment to inclusive excellence. Ranked by U.S. News as one of the 30 “most innovative” public universities in the country, VCU is a premier, urban, public research university home to multiple nationally ranked programs.
Here, your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay and mission-driven work. We advance a conscientious drive to support a climate where excellence and success for all people are valued and differences are celebrated.
Together, we can be unstoppable.
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s generous benefits package that includes: competitive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, Virginia Retirement System (VRS), tuition waiver, partner discounts, and abundant opportunities for career development and advancement. Learn more about VCU’s benefits here.
The Office of Faculty Affairs welcomes candidates to apply for a full-time administrative position. Reporting directly to the Senior Executive Assistant, this position will support the mission of the office by providing administrative support to the Assistant Vice Provosts for Faculty Affairs, the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, and the University Ombudsperson.
This position may have the opportunity for hybrid telework and/or flexible work arrangements.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with the planning and execution of all events within the Office of Faculty Affairs
- Maintaining calendars and scheduling/coordinating meetings
- Anticipating the needs of others to ensure a positive experience
- Providing fiscal administrative support by preparing and processing procurement transactions, travel, and expense reimbursements
- Tracking and ordering office supplies
- Acting as a back-up for the Senior Executive Assistant, in their absence
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High School degree and 0-3 years of relevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU is required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google/Gmail
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Great interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
To apply, please provide a resume, cover letter, and the contact information for 3 professional references.
Special Requirements
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply online on company site at:
https://vcu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home/requisition/2748?c=vcu
https://vcu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home/requisition/2748?c=vcu
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