Administrative Assistant Senior

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant for Finance and Facilities provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Finance Department and Facilities Management team. This position ensures efficient workflow by assisting with financial processes, facilities coordination, recordkeeping, and internal communications. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Nature of Work

The Administrative Assistant for Finance and Facilities performs a blend of clerical, logistical, and coordination duties that support the overall efficiency of financial operations, facility management, and fleet administration. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual capable of working independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Work involves frequent interaction with internal departments, vendors, and service providers, and demands strong organizational, communication, and time management skills. The position may involve handling confidential information and requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.


Distinguishing Characteristics

Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.


Summary of Responsibilities


Finance Support:
• Assist with data entry, filing, and documentation of financial transactions.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and records related to budgeting, purchasing, and expense tracking.
• Support the processing of invoices, purchase orders, and vendor communications.
• Coordinate with the accounting and procurement teams to ensure timely and accurate
processing of documents.
• Help schedule and prepare materials for audits, meetings, and financial reviews.


Facilities Support:
• Act as a point of contact for internal facilities-related requests (e.g., maintenance, supplies,
space needs).
• Maintain facilities records, including maintenance logs, vendor contracts, and compliance
documents.
• Support scheduling and coordination of facility maintenance, inspections, and service provider visits.
• Track inventory of office and facility supplies and place orders as needed.


Fleet Management Support:
• Assist in tracking and maintaining fleet records, including registrations, insurance, mileage logs,
and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate routine servicing and repair appointments for fleet vehicles.
• Monitor fuel usage and compile fleet usage reports as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between drivers, vendors, and internal departments for fleet-related needs.
• Help ensure compliance with fleet policies and safety standards.


Administrative Functions:
• Provide general administrative support, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and drafting correspondence.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing systems for both finance and facilities.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff related to finance and facilities procedures.
• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.


Professional Development
• Compliance training is to be completed routinely and timely.
• Participate in additional professional development opportunities through LinkedIn Learning
and professional organization affiliations.


Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Skills/Abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational skills. Ability to organize, plan, and set priorities.
• Experience using standard office equipment, filing systems and records management.
• Ability to carry out assignments and meeting deadlines.
• Be punctual, dependable, and adaptable to the work environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism in behavior and dress.
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems within the scope of the responsible office.


Education

Bachelor's Degree - Office Administration or related field - Required

Experience

In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experience is typically required, for this position. An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.


Work related - 2 years +

Prior experience in an executive office setting utilizing standard office equipment, and working with internal and external customers, constituents, governing agencies (state/federal), and boards/consortiums or related field.

Use of independent judgement, problem solving, and decision making at an administrative level within the proper scope as an Administrative Assistant.

Experience in higher education may be given preference.

Expectations

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employee's position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.


Mission
New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.


Values
Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. Our employees are expected to support and enact these values in our daily work.


Community
• Commit to the well-being of others.
• Model behavior that promotes unity.
• Demonstrate commitment to the College's mission.
• Promote a caring and supportive environment.
• Support continuous personal and professional growth.
Integrity
• Practice fairness and honesty.
• Uphold ethical, professional, academic, and financial standards.
• Ensure transparency.
• Be accountable.
Justice
• Respect the freedom and dignity of each individual.
• Promote positive attitudes toward each other.
• Provide equal opportunity for success.
• Prepare students and employees to work in a global and diverse environment.
Service
• Provide service to each other and to the community.
• Be a responsive member of the community.
Scholarship
• Pursue truth, learning and quality scholarship.
• Commit to increasing the knowledge of all individuals associated with the College.
• Foster lifelong learning.
• Maintain high standards in our constant pursuit of excellence.


Vision
New River Community and Technical College improves students' lives and enriches communities.


This position is a Non-Classified/exempt position.

Disclaimer

This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the position incumbent. Justification for information provided in the job description may be requested. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities assigned by their supervisor.
All requirements are subject to possible modification in order to provide a reasonable
accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other employees, or the general public.