Administrative Coordinator - Information Technology

Town Of Abingdon; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Abingdon is seeking an IT Administrative Coordinator to provide administrative, operational, and coordination support to the Information Technology Department. This role handles calendars, procurement, asset records, onboarding/offboarding, and vendor files so technical staff can focus on systems and projects.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, at least two years of related experience, and familiarity with municipal operations. Public-sector IT support experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in a related field preferred.
• Two+ years of administrative/office coordination experience required.
• Public-sector or IT support experience desirable.
• Experience with purchase orders, inventory tracking or ticketing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, correspondence, and procurement paperwork.
• Maintain asset records and onboarding/offboarding logistics.
• Maintain vendor files and departmental reporting.
• Support IT staff so they can focus on systems, infrastructure and projects.
• Provide administrative support to multiple Town departments as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Purchase orders systems

Inventory tracking

Ticketing systems

Job description

General Definition And Conditions Of Work

The IT Administrative Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and coordination support to the Information Technology Department. This position manages calendars, correspondence, procurement paperwork, asset records, onboarding and offboarding logistics, vendor files, and departmental reporting so technical staff can focus on systems support, infrastructure, and project delivery. The role serves all Town departments that rely on IT services and requires discretion, organization, and a working familiarity with municipal operations.

Education, Experience And Licenses

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, Information Technology, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of administrative, office coordination, or operations support experience required.
• Experience in local government, public-sector, or IT departmental support is highly desirable.
• Experience with purchase orders, inventory tracking, or ticketing systems is preferred.
• Valid Virginia driver's license and an acceptable driving record required.

Special Requirements

• Must successfully complete background and drug screen required by the Town, as well as successfully complete and maintain eligibility for required state and national fingerprint-based background checks in accordance with CJIS Security Policy.
• Must exercise discretion with confidential municipal, personnel, and technology information.
• May occasionally be required to work outside normal business hours during emergencies, major outages, or scheduled maintenance.
• May be designated to support continuity-of-operations or emergency response administrative tasks as assigned.