Administrative Assistant History Department

About Roanoke College

Roanoke College is a place where every student who works hard has the opportunity to succeed. We champion potential, providing essential learning and leadership through innovative academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society’s most pressing needs. Located in scenic Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is an intimate, welcoming community that has served the local region and beyond for nearly 200 years. Now, we’re building on momentum and offering a Roanoke experience for today’s students and a legacy that belongs to every Maroon. Learn about the College's new strategic plan, Imagine Roanoke: A Strategic Plan for Roanoke College and the 21st Century Learner .

Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

The Position

Performs administrative support for the History program faculty members. Performs related responsibilities as required. Must possess proficient computer skills including knowledge of word processing, desktop publishing, and spreadsheet software.

Key Responsibilities :

• Track all departmental expenses and reconcile those with expense reports issued by Business Office.
• Maintain or set up accounts, request quotes, place orders, and process invoices
• Serve as point for coordination between School Dean and Administrative Offices on campus (e.g, room assignments, independent studies, honors in major, room reservations)
• Set up, coordinate, and process forms required of student employees (during academic year) and student researchers (during the summer)
• Maintain records to track graduates (alumni)
• Supervise departmental assistants
• Provide faculty with student records (e.g, department analyses, course rosters)
• Photocopy and scan materials for faculty
• Coordinate bookings in the Logan Gallery
• Assist in the coordination of the Public History program and properties
• Coordinate program events (e.g, Founder’s Day and Alumni Weekend)
• Perform other duties assigned by School Dean

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities :

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working at a college or university in an administrative role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and desktop publishing software