Admin & Office Service Specialist

Job summary
The Admin & Office Service Specialist is responsible for managing administrative office and critical business practices at Virginia Tech's Tidewater Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Suffolk, VA.The position involves managing financial matters, personnel activities, and providing support to employees.A positive attitude, team-oriented mindset, and strong organizational skills are important for success.
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Manage all financial matters involving university and grant funding• Organize and maintain all personnel/human resources activities, from onboarding to termination• Assist all employees with financial policy and personnel matters• Report to the TAREC Director with input from faculty for annual evaluation• Be team-oriented, self-motivated, highly organized, and service-focused
Requirements
• Associate's degree in administrative or business management, accounting, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience• Proficiency in MS suite of applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams• Ability to interpret and follow organizational procedures• Strong record-keeping and organizational skills• Effective oral and written communication in English• Maintaining confidentiality in personnel matters• Ability to multitask and complete tasks in a timely manner
Key Skills Needed
• Proficient in MS suite of applications• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills• Effective communication in English• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines