Campus Admin & Arts Events Planner (Part-Time)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Radford University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant & Special Events Coordinator to support the Governor’s School Programs and pep band. You will assist the dean’s office, arrange travel, oversee budgets, process payments, and ensure timely approvals for purchases and transfers.

The role requires strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Hours average 29 per week, with some evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Combination of education, training and/or experience in a business or related field.
• Experience in office administration, public relations, budgeting and basic accounting concepts.
• Ability to interact with a diverse group while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Office Suite, and strong editing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist dean, associate dean, director and pep band directors with coordinating special events year-round.
• Oversee travel logistics, budget management, and financial transactions for pep band and RU Pipes and Drums.
• Process accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and purchasing approvals.
• Coordinate event venues, deadlines, and communications with departments and external partners.

Skills

Office administration

Public relations

Budget management

Accounting concepts

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Editing

Education

Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Radford University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant & Special Events Coordinator to support the Governor’s School Programs and pep band. You will assist the dean’s office, arrange travel, oversee budgets, process payments, and ensure timely approvals for purchases and transfers.

The role requires strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Hours average 29 per week, with some evenings and weekends as needed.