Administrative and Office Specialist

This position has responsibility for management of the administrative office and critical business practices at Virginia Tech's Southern Piedmont Agricultural Research and Extension Center (Southern Piedmont AREC). The Southern Piedmont AREC, located in Blackstone, Virginia, is one of the largest off-campus units within the university's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, with five resident faculty members, 14 full-time staff and multiple part-time staff. In this role, the Administrative and Office Specialist manages all financial accounting involving internal and external grant funding lines, is responsible for organization and maintenance of all personnel records, and oversees supply procurement and fee payment to vendors at the AREC. In addition, this position provides administrative support for the AREC Director. The Administrative and Office Specialist keeps center faculty apprised of balances and term limits of accounts they manage in support of their research programs, and assists all personnel with financial policy and personnel matters. Administratively, the position reports to the AREC Director. Required Qualifications: A post-secondary degree in administrative or business management, accounting or related field, or the equivalent in work related experience; computing experience with emphasis on the Windows operating system including MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Demonstrated ability to interpret and follow organizational procedures, maintain accurate records, communicate effectively in oral and written English, and maintain confidentiality as required in matters related to personnel. Preferred Qualifications: College level training that included business management and accounting. Demonstrated skills in the area of financial data management, administrative office management and/or accounting. Employment Conditions: Must have a criminal background check, Must have a driver's license check Must have a conviction check: Yes Describe Other: Employment Comments: Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter, resume, and list of references. Jobs.Roanoke.com. Keywords: Clerk, Location: Blacksburg, VA - 24062