Executive Assistant to the Dean of the Faculty

Posted Thursday, October 14, 2021

VMI is accepting applications for the Executive Assistant to the Deputy Superintendent for Academics and Dean of Faculty.  The Executive Assistant provides direct, administrative support to the Dean, and provides a wide range of administrative duties in support of the Dean’s Office working in close coordination with the Dean’s Office Administrative Coordinator.  Duties include the following: 

• preparing correspondence, presentation materials, and reports;
• coordinating event support;
• maintaining Dean’s Office/faculty files;
• maintaining the Dean’s calendar;
• coordinating travel arrangements for the Dean;
• interacting with high-level officials;
• other duties as assigned.

This rewarding position requires refined written and oral communications skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office software suite, facility with information technology skills (including the ability to learn new systems quickly), and the strong interpersonal abilities needed for coordination and interactions with multiple Institute agencies. The position is best suited for an individual who possesses initiative, discretion, and the ability to work both independently and collegially with others. 

Candidates must apply on-line at: Executive Assistant to the Dean of the Faculty Job Application

Please attach a letter to your online application explaining how your knowledge and experience make you well suited to the position. 

Deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m. 19 November 2021. 

Criminal background check required for selected candidate.

VMI employees are required to complete a COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form upon hire, per Governor Northam’s Executive Directive #18.  The Human Resources Office will supply the form. VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal education and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment, educational opportunities, programs and services.

Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322