Job Description

The Office for Inclusion and Diversity (OID) is a catalyst for capacity-building across the institution, promoting sustainable institutional transformation and accountability; representational diversity; an inclusive, welcoming, affirming, accessible, and safe campus climate; and the integration of issues of equity and identity into the academic mission. Upholding InclusiveVT, the institutional and individual commitment to the Virginia Tech motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the office seeks to create a more just and inclusive community that welcomes, encourages, and supports individuals who desire to contribute to and benefit from the institution's missions of learning, discovery, and engagement.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is currently designated as an AANAPISI (Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution). The Administrative and Programming Assistant will assist with various components of an AANAPISI grant project which is funded by the Department of Education.
The person in this position will spend 75% of their time assisting with the administrative functions of the grant project and 25% of their time assisting with wellness program implementation. The grant project primarily serves APIDA and Indigenous populations, aiding in student retention. The position is housed within the Cultural and Community Centers which reports to the Office of Inclusion and Diversity. The individual in this role will report to the co-Directors of the project but will engage and interact with various Cultural and Community Centers team members, diverse student populations, and campus partners.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and related experience.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a highly professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students.
Detail oriented with strong budgeting, tracking, and documentation skills.
Demonstrated experience working effectively with a diverse population, with sensitivity to cultural and ethnic differences, including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and prospective students and their families.
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Excellent organizational skills.
Detail oriented with demonstrated ability to multitask, tracking and completing varied tasks effectively over an extended period of time.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Experience learning and working in a dynamic environment individually and as a part of a team.
Strong computer skills in electronic file management, word processing, budget tracking, and spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working with students and leading and/or planning student-focused activities/events in a higher educational setting.
* Experience in and/or knowledge pertaining to university operations, policies, and procedures in areas such as grants, finance, and human resources.
* Knowledge of mechanisms of student retention, student development theories, and theories and pillars of holistic wellness.
* Experience with various online platforms: Canvas, HokieMart, Banner, etc.
* Experience with programmatic assessment.
* Cultural competency around APIDA and/or Native/Indigenous populations. Understanding contemporary issues facing Indigenous populations as well as their experiences within the higher education setting.

Pay Band

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Appointment Type

Restricted

Review Date

September 11, 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.