Administrative Services Manager

Administrative Services Manager

We are seeking an Administrative Services Manager to provide operational oversight and administrative support to VT Engage. The Administrative Services Manager plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the departmental functions. This position oversees administrative workflows, manages budgets and procurement processes, and coordinates facilities. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering service excellence. Here's what you need to know about the role :

1. You will join VT Engage : The Center for Leadership and Service Learning. VT Engage enhances the student experience by providing leadership education, civic engagement, service learning, and food access opportunities within the Virginia Tech and New River Valley community, nationally, and globally.

2. You will report to the Director of VT Engage, in a regular, full-time, 100% university staff appointment.

3. You will be primarily responsible for supporting the administrative functions of the office, including purchasing requests, budget tracking, hiring processes, administrative needs, calendaring, and programmatic support.

4. You will have the chance to grow and take advantage of a professional development plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.

5. You will be offered a base salary between $48,000 - $53,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts and so much more!

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field, or equivalent related work experience.
• Experience working with fiscal / budgetary operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with, professional office practices and procedures.
• Proficiency using office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications :

About Virginia Tech :

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our Aspirations for Student Learning. If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team!

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