Program & Events Administrative Assistant

Virginia Tech; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's UPWARDS program is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative, communications, logistics, and event support across UPWARDS activities. You will assist with recruitment, website management, participant communications, and event planning under faculty leadership.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced academic setting while engaging with students, families, staff, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent education or experience.
• Experience in administrative support, program coordination, event planning, or office management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with website maintenance and content management systems.
• Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, parents, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment efforts for the UPWARDS program.
• Maintain and update the UPWARDS website and CMS content.
• Coordinate participant communications and logistics for events.
• Organize workshops and award ceremonies.
• Assist with summer camp operations.
• Provide administrative support for program leadership.

Skills

Administrative support

Program coordination

Event planning

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or above

Tools

WordPress

Drupal

Content management systems

Job description

Virginia Tech's UPWARDS program is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative, communications, logistics, and event support across UPWARDS activities. You will assist with recruitment, website management, participant communications, and event planning under faculty leadership.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced academic setting while engaging with students, families, staff, and