Administrative Assistant

Application Review Date: 01/05/2026

Campus Location: Roanoke

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant in our unit provides administrative and creative support to achieve the strategic goals in the department of occupational therapy, which serves in-person, hybrid, and online students across 2 campuses (Roanoke and Radford). The position is physically located in Roanoke, but job duties may extend to serving both campus' needs.

Job expectations include assistance with and oversight of administrative tasks at our Roanoke campus (including information management, communications, ordering and organizing supplies and equipment, scheduling and event planning, supervision of student workers (where applicable), fieldwork assistance, accreditation and research support, and other duties as assigned and/or of interest.

Required Qualifications

Skilled use of electronic office applications and university databases (Word, Power Point, Outlook, Excel, Banner/eVA, etc.), highly organized, excellent communication skills (oral, written, and telephone), ability to maintain personnel/professional confidentialities, time management skills, ability to work with a variety of people and multi-task, and demonstrate self-motivated and creative problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Social media experience
Website management experience
Event planning experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexible, some evenings/weekends

Employee Classification: Admin & Office Spec III

Department: RUC-Occupational Therapy, Dept of

Salary: Starting at $38,000 (payband 3)

Department Contact Name: Jason Browning

Department Contact Phone: 540-224-4478

Department Contact Email: jtbrowning@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.