Office Manager (Administrative) - Newport News

Office Manager (Administrative) - Newport News

Job no: 5106150

Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)

Location: Newport News, Virginia

Categories: Administrative Services, Law / Judiciary

Title: Office Manager (Administrative) - Newport News

State Role Title: Admin & Office Specialist III

Hiring Range: $50,102.00 + Local Salary Supplement + State Benefits

Agency: Indigent Defense Commission

Location: NEWPORT NEWS 323

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Defenders- Indigent Defense Commission (IDC) is excited to announce the opportunity to be on the front lines of what many consider to be the modern-day Civil Rights Movement-criminal justice and justice reform. This is a unique platform to develop and pursue social change and impact the lives of clients. The Newport News Public Defender's Office is seeking to fill an Office Manager position that will serve our mission of protecting and defending the rights and dignity of our clients through zealous, compassionate, high-quality legal advocacy. The Office Manager reports to the Chief Public Defender of the Newport News office and is employed at-will. This position includes a local salary supplement.

If you are interested in applying and joining our mission, please complete an application. If you have specific questions related to applying, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Duties:
The Office Manager provides direct support to the Public Defender, supervises support staff and will be the point of contact and coordinate the daily activities of the Public Defender's Office. This position will communicate and interact with the public, office colleagues and judicial personnel. Other duties include: coordinating building maintenance, assisting the Chief Deputy with docket call, managing supply orders, and interacting with VIDC administration as needed. All other duties are as assigned.

The IDC is committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our workforce. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants of all identities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

Comprehensive working knowledge of office practices and procedures and office equipment is needed along with professional communication skills and experience in creating and editing letters, memos, and correspondence. Demonstrated ability to manage an office, supervise multiple subordinate staff members, and provide direct administrative support is also required. Other qualifications include the ability to remain organized, accurately enter data, plan and prioritize assignments, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team-driven environment. The qualified candidate will lead by a positive example, learn and accept constructive criticism, respond quickly and effectively in addressing issues and questions, and pay close attention to detail.

Additional Considerations

Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish will be considered. Previous work experience in an office of the Virginia Indigent Defense Commission will be considered.

Special Instructions

Applications for this position require a cover letter and resume. Failure to submit both may disqualify you from further consideration.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. While creating an account through the state system will save your basic information (please remember your username and password), applications are NOT saved for future openings. We encourage you to apply to any and all of the positions you may be considering within the IDC.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. IDC uses the E-Verify system and does not provide sponsorship.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. IDC does not accept "see resume" as a response to any question. Information on the application is the primary source used for screening the position. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants if requested, during the application and/or interview process.

This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) depending on your type of loan.

Edits cannot be made to the application once you have received a confirmation number. Phone calls are not accepted regarding an inquiry into the status of an application. Please login to the RMS system for status updates.

Contact Information

Name: Ashley Washington

Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 10 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 24 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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