What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Department Administrative Coordinator position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
The Department of Architecture at the University of Virginia School of Architectureis seekingapplications for Senior Department Administrative Coordinator. This department comprises over forty full-time faculty members and more than three hundred undergraduate and graduate students and is also supported by a second, part-time Administrative Coordinator.
Architectureis the largest of four departmentswithinthe school,which also includesUrban and Environmental Planning, Landscape Architecture, and Architectural History. The Senior Department Administrative Coordinator will oversee the day-to-day operations of the department under the supervision of thedepartmentchair. This role also includessupportingthe department chair and collaborating with other staff, including the Dean's office, communications, finance, IT, admissions, and Administrative Coordinators across departments.
For more information about the Department ofArchitecture, visithttps://www.arch.virginia.edu/programs/architecture.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support for Department Chair & Leadership: Manage the chair's workload, calendar, meeting schedules, accreditation tasks, and departmentevents. Provide ongoing administrative coordination.
- Department Operations & Workflow Management: Oversee department meetinglogistics(scheduling,agendas, food orders),coordinate with schoolwide offices,manage calendars,track task completion,oversee collection/distribution ofdepartmentmaterials (syllabi, office hours, hiring descriptions, proposals).
- Budget & Financial Management: Partner with the chair on budget development and monitoring. Review monthly reports, address inconsistencies, and handle daytoday financial requests. Occasionally guide faculty/staff on reimbursements and travel processes,reconciledepartmentcredit cardpurchases,andcoordinate with Finance on Workday/FDM matters,ensuringpurchasing aligns with university policy.
- CrossUnit Collaboration Support: Utilizeandhelprefine shared administrative resources across academic departments.This role is expected to evolveto include up to30% support for school-wide committees and initiatives,likely beginningafter the firstyear, oncedepartmental priorityprocesses areunderstoodand implemented.
- Administrative Support: Provide administrative support, including onboarding/offboarding, faculty search coordination, faculty promotion processmanagement, and visiting professorshiplogistics.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education:High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience:1 year of relevant experiencerequired
Preferred experience and qualifications:
- Experience in a support capacity in an academic environment and a willingness to take on new initiatives as they arise.
- Experience developing and managing budgets and ability to interpret andassessregular financial reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced,demandingand complex environment whileremainingflexible and collegial.
- Ability to work well as a team member, as well as independently with minimal supervision.
- Preferred Computer Applications:Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Adaptive and SIS (Student Information System)
Physical Demands
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally requiremovement of materials and supplies andtraveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
Anticipated salary range: $58,000 - $62,000, commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type & Work Location
- This is anon-exemptlevel,benefitedposition. Learn more about UVA benefits.
- This position is based in Charlottesville, VA.A minimum amount of hybrid work may be available dependent upon the needs of the department and the incumbent's performance.
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Application reviewwill begin afterMarch 23, 2026.Preference will be given to applications received by this date.This position will remain openuntilfilled.
Additional Requirements
- Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
- This positionwill notconsider candidates whorequireimmigration sponsorship now or in the future.
How to Apply
Please applyonline, by searching for requisition numberR0081155.Complete an application with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter- should include your interest in the position and how your relevant experience pertains to this positionand theSchool of Architecture.
Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You cansubmitmultiple documents intoonefield or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will notreceivefull consideration.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on theUVA Internal Careers website.
Reference checkswill be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will berequested, with at least three responsesrequired.
For questions about the application process, please contact Karon Harrington,fak3ph@virginia.edu.
For questions about the position, please contactJeana Ripple,jdr8w@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $58,000 - $62,000