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55000665 Radford, Virginia, United States Finance & Administration-E&G Administrative / Clerical Full-Time (Salaried)

Radford University Title:

Executive Assistant Application Review Date:

11/2/2026

Campus Location:

Radford City - Main Campus Job Description The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted liaison, strategic gatekeeper, and primary coordinator for the office of the Sr. Vice President for Finance and Administration (SVPFA). This position manages daily executive workflows, complex calendars, and communication channels between the SVPFA and internal/external stakeholders, including the Board of Visitors, campus cabinet, faculty, staff, and external vendors. The incumbent exercises high-level discretion, sound judgment, and absolute confidentiality regarding sensitive institutional, financial, and personnel matters. Composes and drafts correspondence by researching specific situations and gathering background information. Schedules meetings and appointments. Prepares reports utilizing current software such as Microsoft Office. Reviews and analyzes incoming memos, submissions, correspondence, and reports to prioritize materials and organize documents. Receives, screens, and prioritizes incoming calls and visitors. The majority of duties performed are non-clerical in nature and primarily associated with executive coordination and function. Required Qualifications Experience as an executive administrative assistant or support organizational role. Experience researching and preparing confidential and sensitive documents; effective interpersonal and communication skills; strong organizational and time- management skills; sound judgment and problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently and as a team member; competencies in planning and scheduling, preparing reports, compiling correspondence, monitoring budgets, and personnel documents. The ability to interact in a positive manner with a diverse group of constituents and customers, while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in higher education, corporate, or governmental executive administrative positions. Knowledge of university policies and procedures. Experience with financial accounting software. Is this position

Grant Funded:

No Is this position restricted: No Is this position 100% telework:

No Hours Per Week:

40 Months per

Year:

12

Statement of Economic Interest Required:

No FLSA Status:

Exempt Work Classification:

Classified Staff Normal Work Schedule:

8am-5pm

M-F Employee Classification:

Gen Admin Supv I/Coord I Department:

Finance & Administration, VP Salary:

$56,300 - $65,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Department Contact Name:

Allison Gallimore Department Contact Phone:

5408316383

Department Contact Email:

agallimore3@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. Clery Statement In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142. Reasonable Accommodation Statement If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department. Criminal Background Check Statement Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.