Strategic Executive Assistant for Public Safety Operations

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking an Executive Assistant for the Division of Public Safety to support leadership, coordinate events, prepare communications, and manage complex administrative tasks. The role requires discretion, strong judgment, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced university environment.

The position reports to the Associate Vice President of Public Safety and involves interacting with multiple stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations and timely delivery of critical initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Significant executive‑level management and administrative support experience in an academic or professional office environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with multicultural interactions.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite for daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate effective interactions within and outside the division; prepare correspondences.
• Schedule meetings and coordinate events for leadership and teams.
• Work independently on projects from conception to completion with discretion.
• Support the division in emergencies and adapt to fast‑paced, high‑stake environments.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Discretion & confidentiality

Judgment & professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Virginia Tech is seeking an Executive Assistant for the Division of Public Safety to support leadership, coordinate events, prepare communications, and manage complex administrative tasks. The role requires discretion, strong judgment, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced university environment.

The position reports to the Associate Vice President of Public Safety and involves interacting with multiple stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations and timely delivery of critical initiatives.