Administrative Assistant

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant will assist the Chair, faculty, and students of the Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy. This individual is often the first person with whom potential applicants and business partners interact, which requires an exceptional customer service attitude and behavior. Daily duties include typical administrative tasks such as budget management, information management, communications, ordering supplies and equipment, scheduling and event planning, supervision of student workers, website management, and other duties assigned by the Chair and/or the Associate Chair. This position also provides administrative and clinical contract assistance to the Director of Clinical Education within the department. *The location of this position is in Roanoke Virginia. The Department is located in the Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital building on Elm Ave.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of general office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and take responsibility to follow through. Demonstrated knowledge of various computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with Internet, e-mail, and data management. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment in a diverse, high volume, and often fast-paced office setting. Experience providing administrative and/or programmatic support.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles. Experience with eVA and Banner or an accounting database. Working knowledge of People Admin position management & recruitment system or similar system. Working knowledge of website management (not design).

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach a resume and cover letter.

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.