Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Salary

$0.00 Semi-Monthly

Location

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Sociology

Opening Date

06/08/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Hampton University is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and people-oriented Administrative Assistant to join its Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Homeland Security. The primary focus of this position is to streamline administrative processes, manage the departments day-to-day activities, and support the vision of the department chair. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to Hampton Universitys mission of delivering the #1 student experience.

Examples of Duties

• Coordinate and support the daily administrative operations of the department.
• Manage schedules, meetings, correspondence, and departmental records.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Assist with processing forms, reports, and other departmental documentation.
• Support departmental events, guest speakers, and special projects.
• Perform other duties assigned by the department chair.

Typical Qualifications

• Preferred: Associate degree or higher with administrative experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our website: https://home.hamptonu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Employer Hampton University

Address 200 William R. Harvey Way

Hampton, Virginia, 23668

Phone 757-727-5250

Website www.hamptonu.edu