Academic Support Specialist
Blacksburg, VA 
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Job Description

Job Description

Provides academic administrative, operational, and graduate program support, with a focus on the Finance majors, options and minor within the department. Works with Lead Admin. as well as department head, faculty, and office staff in performing ongoing activities of the department. General support encompasses coordination of departmental faculty activities; creating spreadsheets; data entry; drafting, proofreading, and editing documents; assistance with committees as well as other duties assigned. Responsible for timetables, Force Ads, graduate coordinating, recruiting, teaching assistance, book ordering, grade changes, and point of contact for all student information, including graduate student assistantships and stipends. Serves as back-up to fiscal position and other tasks needed in the office.

Required Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Suite, spreadsheets, and database management systems; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interpret policies and procedures; ability to develop and accurately maintain records and files; ability to interpret transcripts and determine prerequisite course work; ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; and ability to effectively deal with a diverse group of individuals of varying backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing administrative and clerical support in a professional office environment; ability to handle, manipulate, store, and retrieve digital files; working knowledge of Banner Finance and or Banner Student Systems software or equivalent relational database; strong computer skills with working knowledge of a variety of computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Slate, email, calendaring and internet browsers; and possess excellent grammatical and spelling skills.

Pay Band

3

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience.

Review Date

November 13, 2023

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jessica Linkous at jessrae@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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