Program Support Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Hampton, Virginia is hiring a Program Support Specialist. This role provides critical administrative and program support to the GSST Director at the Governor's School for Science and Technology. Key responsibilities include clerical assistance for major events, managing social media accounts, and supporting recruitment presentations. Applicants should have strong skills in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, with an emphasis on communication and organizational abilities. A high school diploma is required, with an associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree desirable.
• Considerable experience as an administrative assistant or office manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program support to the GSST Director.
• Serve as the point of contact for GSST.
• Assist with clerical support for various events.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Proficiency in Google Suite applications

Strong writing and editing skills

Strong time management and planning skills

Good organizational, human relations, and communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in business management or related discipline

Job description

Program Support Specialist

New Horizons Regional Education Center GSST - Hampton, Virginia

Job ID: 5696181
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Statement of Duties

Provides administrative and program support to the GSST Director and the Governor’s School for Science and Technology.

Essential Functions

• Point of contact for GSST
• Provide clerical support for the Director and Instructors.
• Serve a POC for GSST website and social media accounts.
• Provide clerical support for divisional recruitment presentations
• Provide clerical support with Power School and GSST online application system
• Assist with the creation of departmental specific publications.
• Provide clerical support for major events such as New Student Orientation/Open House, Jr Parent Mentorship Night, Senior Research Symposium, GSSST Junior Science & Engineering Fair, Mentorship Appreciation & Academic Awards Ceremony, School Counselor Breakfast, College Planning Parent Seminars.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an ability to become familiar with organization-specific programs and software. Proficiency in Google Suite applications is a must.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Strong time management and planning skills
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Ability to network and interact with community and business leaders
• Ability to multi-task with several assignments
• Must have good organizational, human relations, and communication skills.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma (Associate degree in business management or a related discipline is desirable) and considerable progressively responsible experience as a school and administrative assistant or office manager; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the above-noted knowledge, skill, and ability.

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.