Efficient Admin Specialist, History Dept (Part-Time)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Corcoran Department of History at the University of Virginia seeks applications for an Administrative Specialist to provide part‑time administrative support to a busy department. Working collaboratively with department staff, faculty, and students, this position helps ensure effective and well‑coordinated day‑to‑day departmental operations.

The successful candidate will be an organized, adaptable, and service‑oriented professional who is skilled at multi‑tasking and building strong working

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• No experience required.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls, process mail, order supplies, maintain printers and equipment.
• Coordinate facilities maintenance, access, and keys.
• Prepare correspondence and maintain files and records with retention in mind.
• Manage department calendars, listservs, and room reservations; support meetings and events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Office software

Workday

Job description

The Corcoran Department of History at the University of Virginia seeks applications for an Administrative Specialist to provide part‑time administrative support to a busy department. Working collaboratively with department staff, faculty, and students, this position helps ensure effective and well‑coordinated day‑to‑day departmental operations.

The successful candidate will be an organized, adaptable, and service‑oriented professional who is skilled at multi‑tasking and building strong working