Administrative Assistant

Piedmont Virginia Community College; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) seeks an Administrative Assistant in the President’s Office. This part-time (20-29 hours/week), on-site role provides high-level administrative support and requires discretion, organization, and excellent customer service.

The Administrative Assistant will assist the Executive Assistant to the President, the President, and other Vice Presidents as needed, with calendars, correspondence, travel, and meeting coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in executive-level office procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and distribute correspondence, reports, agendas, meeting materials, presentations, and other documents for the President’s Office.
• Manage paper and electronic filing systems. Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Prepare, submit and track purchase orders through the state procurement system. Monitor office supply inventory.
• Assist in providing administrative support for presidential initiatives, leadership programs, and special projects.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the office; manage President’s calendar and travel arrangements.
• Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Executive-level procedures

Interpersonal communication

Organization planning

Education

Administrative support training

Job description

Working Title Administrative Assistant Role Title Admin and Office Spec Role Code FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band Position Number 282W0098 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle - 003 Hiring Range $20.00 - $26.00 per hour, depending on experience Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

• Up to 29 hours weekly between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekly schedule may vary in the summer. This is a part-time (non-exempt) position providing services in-person at college and community locations.
  

Sensitive Position Yes Job Description
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is home to the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall, The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, and the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ). As a comprehensive community college, the College provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. For more information, please visit: pvcc.edu
PVCC is known throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC seeks to attract, welcome, and retain individuals who reflect the communities we serve.
Position Title: Administrative Assistant
Division/Office: President’s Office
Employment Type: Part-time (20-29 hours/week), non-benefited, on site
Position Purpose: The Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative support to the President’s Office while ensuring efficient coordination, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service. The Administrative Assistant will assist the Executive Assistant to the President, the President, and provide supporting assistance to the Vice Presidents when other administrative staff is on leave. This role requires strong organizational skills, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. This role also requires adaptability and a proactive approach to administrative support. Candidates should be comfortable in a dynamic environment, assisting with various projects as needs arise.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Support

• Prepare, organize, and distribute correspondence, reports, agendas, meeting materials, presentations, and other documents for the President’s Office.
• Manage paper and electronic filing systems. Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Prepare, submit and track purchase orders through the state procurement system. Monitor office supply inventory.
• Assist in providing administrative support for presidential initiatives, leadership programs, and special projects.
  

Reception & Scheduling

• Serve as the first point of contact for the office (in-person, phone, and email), providing a welcoming environment and exceptional customer service for internal and external constituents. Direct, screen, and/or route as appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining and managing the President’s calendar, ensuring the President’s Office is informed of schedule changes, appointments, and potential conflicts.
• Schedule reservations for PVCC conference rooms and event spaces.
• Assist with travel arrangements and process travel expense reports for the President and College Board Members.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Assist with other duties as needed.
  

Event & Meeting Coordination

• Maintain and update contact databases and spreadsheets for retirees, college supporters, special guests, and other constituents to support effective communication and outreach efforts.
• Assist with invitation and response management.
• Assist with coordinating meeting and event logistics, including scheduling, room reservations, catering arrangements, event setup and breakdown, parking arrangements, and on-site event support.
• Assist in planning and providing logistical support for college events such as commencement, convocations, awards ceremonies, visits to the General Assembly, and receptions.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of local College Board meetings.
  

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

• Education or training in administrative support technology, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in executive-level office procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and willingness to learn new applications as needed to perform job responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to represent the College and its mission in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced office environment.
• Ability to balance collaborative team efforts with self-directed, independent work.
• Proven record of exceptional customer service skills with a professional demeanor.
• Excellent typing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion.
  

Additional Considerations

• Experience supporting C-suite executives or leadership teams
• Experience in a higher education environment, interacting with visitors, students, faculty, staff, and public officials.
• Experience with procurement and Commonwealth of Virginia software programs
• Experience in professional event coordination
  

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
minimal
Posting Number WGE_3296P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/20/2026 Job Close Date 08/23/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website pvcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number 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 (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
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/98738