Strategic Admin & Finance Executive

Department-of-Energ; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Energy is seeking a highly organized Chief Administrative Officer to provide leadership across administrative operations, financial management, procurement, grant administration, and executive support functions.

This role ensures the agency operates efficiently, complies with state and federal requirements, and advances Virginia Energy’s strategic priorities through strong coordination, communication, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive experience in management, public administration, finance, or business.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic direction and lead complex operational functions.
• Strong administrative and executive leadership experience within a complex organization.
• Comprehensive knowledge of executive management principles, business operations, and government administration practices.
• Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex administrative and operational issues.
• Strong judgment and independent decision-making skills.
• Travel between Richmond, Charlottesville and Big Stone Gap office locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative functions, including finance, procurement, facilities, and support services.
• Lead the development and execution of agency budgets, financial plans, procurement activities, and grant portfolios.
• Prepare accurate, timely correspondence and briefings for the Agency Director.
• Coordinate with Governor’s Office and other agencies, acting as liaison as needed.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to improve efficiency.

Skills

Public administration

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & finance

Grant management

Executive communication

Interagency coordination

Policy guidance

Risk management

Job description

Virginia Energy is seeking a highly organized Chief Administrative Officer to provide leadership across administrative operations, financial management, procurement, grant administration, and executive support functions.

This role ensures the agency operates efficiently, complies with state and federal requirements, and advances Virginia Energy’s strategic priorities through strong coordination, communication, and process improvement.