Administrative Assistant for Transitional Programs (part-time)

Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Administrative Assistant for Transitional Programs (part-time) Role Title Administrative and Office Specialist II Role Code 19012 FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band Position Number 275W0166 Agency New River Community College Division New River Community College (Div) Work Location Pulaski - 155 Hiring Range $15 per hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category F-Admin Supp Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule Monday - Friday Sensitive Position No Job Description New River Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under a state-wide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred-plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia with an instructional site in Christiansburg. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body. Position Information The people employed by New River Community College embrace the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees. Duties: Perform office support functions for the Office of Transitional Programs using initiative and good judgment to see that matters are handled in a professional, efficient, and timely manner. Enter class information in the VCCS Workforce Enterprise System (WES), run queries, and undertake problem-solving in related information processing. Interact with students, potential students, NRCC personnel, and the public via telephone, email, and in-person communication. Create and organize course packets and other materials. Support the Integrated Education and Training program and assist in processing a variety of credentials earned by students in non-credit programs. Assist with other tasks as assigned by the Director of Transitional Programs. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Significant work experience in an office setting with demonstrated knowledge of effective office practices. Good organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, and computer skills. Ability to interact with other personnel professionally and provide excellent customer service to students, area employers, and the public. Ability to meet deadlines while working effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Capability and/or demonstrated potential in the use of computer systems. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of queries and databases. Additional Considerations Work experience in an educational environment. Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel No Posting Detail Information Posting Number WGE_2201P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 10/07/2024 Job Close Date 12/31/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website https://www.nr.edu/jobs/ Contact Name Stacie Whitlock Email swhitlocknr.edu Phone Number 540-674-3635 Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155 Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/78067 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents AHP Letter