Library Administrative Assistant

Contact Name for Applicant
Beth Johnson
Contact Phone for Applicant
(540) 831-6648
Education/experience
Preferred experience in managing an executive or administrative office with responsibility for customer relations, administrative responsibilities, and overall budget management.
Job Summary
The Library Administrative Assistant facilitates the smooth operation of the University Libraries’ administrative office while providing professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable support to library patrons. This position handles sensitive budget and personnel documents requiring a high degree of discretion and confidentiality. This includes managing the library budgets for McConnell Library and Radford University Carilion Library, maintaining financial records and facilitating purchases for each department. The position is also responsible for supervising the McConnell administrative office’s student assistants, as well as coordinating hiring for student assistants across McConnell departments.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent
Experience with bookkeeping/accounting principles and practices
Proficient with Mac/PC computers, Microsoft Office and other computer applications
Demonstrated strong communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated effective time management skills
Knowledge of general office practices
Additional Considerations
Database management, spreadsheets, Banner, EVA , COGNOS , or other office management software experience
Experience managing an executive or administrative office; experience in customer service.
Experience supervising student employees
Hiring Range
Pay Band 3 (Starting at $38,000)
Posting Date
03/25/2024
Application Review Date
04/08/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Statement of Economic Interest is required
No
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.