Budget & Operations Coordinator

Norfolk State University; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk State University seeks an experienced administrative professional to manage day-to-day office operations, budgeting, and purchasing in a timely, compliant manner. The role includes supervising staff and ensuring efficient processes across programs.

The position emphasizes policy interpretation, meetings coordination, and reporting. It requires a business or accounting degree and at least three years of related experience, with ADA and compliance awareness.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business or accounting or equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience.
• At least three (3) years of business and/or accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer the day-to-day activities of the office, including budgeting and purchasing.
• Track expenses and discrepancies, process invoices, and assist with budget management and procurement oversight.
• Supervise the work of employees in supporting roles, including students and temporary staff.
• Interpret policy and develop procedures.
• Organize and manage meetings.
• Perform research and analysis on specific issues, as required, and independently prepare non-routine letters and/or reports.
• Establish efficient office/business practices and procedures, including implementation of technology solutions.
• Facilitate training in administrative practices and procedures.
• Support administrative activities for programs.
• Plan, implement and coordinate special projects, staff, and resources.
• Prepare management reports and conduct workshops.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Budgeting

Accounting

Excel

Microsoft Office

Budget management

Procurement

Organization

Problem solving

Time management

Stakeholder management

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or accounting

Tools

Colleague

eVA

Workday

Job description

Norfolk State University seeks an experienced administrative professional to manage day-to-day office operations, budgeting, and purchasing in a timely, compliant manner. The role includes supervising staff and ensuring efficient processes across programs.

The position emphasizes policy interpretation, meetings coordination, and reporting. It requires a business or accounting degree and at least three years of related experience, with ADA and compliance awareness.