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Christopher Newport University

Internal Only* Office Manager/Administrative Assistant 00520

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An Office Manager directs administrative staff and manages workflow in a business office. Supervises clerical work, tracks office supplies, oversees maintenance for office equipment and manages budget for office expenses. May hire and train staff.

$61,758 / year median in Virginia

+4% projected growth

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Internal Only• Office Manager/Administrative Assistant 00520 Christopher Newport University - 4.1 Newport News, VA Job Details Full-time $42,560 - $53,200 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Office supply management Practicing in a sourcing or procurement role Confidential information handling Office activity coordination Phone communication Inventory records Faculty collaboration Word processing Spreadsheets Professional ethics Executive administrative support Employee relationship building Mid-level High school diploma or GED Invoice payment processing Driver's License Financial records management Financial record maintenance Office supply ordering Organizational skills Managing projects Content management Telephone systems Multi-line phone systems Business Administration Managing executive calendars Document management Business Associate's degree Bookkeeping Full Job Description Departmental Objective To preserve and carry out University traditions and ceremony and to engender institutional and financial support by producing first-rate events, programs, special projects, and communications that reflect the mission, goals, and values of Christopher Newport University. Purpose of the Position This position will facilitate the work of the Executive Director of University Events and the Office of University Events by providing administrative support and office management. Duties include but are not limited to answering office telephone lines, taking messages, responding to inquiries, maintaining communications through office email accounts, maintaining R.S.V.P. lists, paying invoices, procuring goods and services, completing department staff purchase card reconciliations, maintaining financial records, managing all office records and accounts, managing inventory and supplies, and assisting at events as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position Detail-oriented with highest standard of ethics Ability to communicate effectively and courteously via phone, email, and interpersonally Ability to exercise independent judgment Ability to work quickly and accurately Ability to work with confidential information Ability to work under pressure and work within tight deadlines Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain cooperative and harmonious working relations with faculty, staff, students, and outside users Ability to learn scheduling, financial, procurement, and other computer software Strong bookkeeping skills Strong organizational skills Strong service orientation with excellent interpersonal and communication skills Working knowledge of Google suite of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously The ability to occasionally work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to supplement professional event staff on an ad hoc basis is a requirement for this position The ability to occasionally procure items off campus is a requirement for this position
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Licensure:
Valid Driver's License Ability to obtain University golf cart/mini-bus driving certifications
Experience:
Experience with spreadsheets and word processing Experience with bookkeeping Experience processing invoices and purchase requisitions Experience overseeing day-to-day administrative operations in an office setting Experience managing complex schedules Additional Consideration(s)
Education:
Associate's Degree Coursework in business administration or related field
Experience:
Experience with eVA procurement system Experience with multiple phone lines, email accounts, and/or managing web content Experience with bulk mailings Salary Information Salary $42,560 to $53,200, Commensurate with Education and Experience CNU Information This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/ .