independent judgment when making decisions, as well as, functioning calmly and effectively during times of crisis. Problem-solving skills required in discerning when and how to re-route or solve issues that can be handled at a lower level first and know when issues need the immediate attention of the provost. 3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the office as well as with other internal constituents (senior administration, faculty, staff) and interact professionally with external constituents (students, parents, alumni, and the public). 4. Knowledge of general office, legislators, Board of Visitors, SCHEV, other professional counterparts, community leaders, Academic Affairs, and other administrative principles, practices, and protocol. 5. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including correspondence writing, meeting note-taking, and professional presentation development. 6. Strong organization skills, tact, and creativity; attention to detail; efficiency in handling problems; coordinating and reviewing budgets; handling several tasks simultaneously and sometimes unexpectedly; working in a fast-paced environment; and commitment to completing tasks to the highest standards. 7. Experience in a student management system software (i.e. Colleague by Ellucian) and operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and presentation software. 8. Work as part of a team to ensure a positive, proactive, professional, efficient, and effective office environment, and will be proactive in simplifying systems, increasing use of university enterprise software, and reducing paperwork. 9. Exercise considerable judgment, initiative and discretion based on knowledge of university policies and procedures and working collegially with an administrative team. 10. Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and tact; maintain composure and competence under pressure; and be detail oriented. Must be able to prioritize essential tasks, have initiative, be self-directed with good decision-making skills; and have the capacity to be a strong team player. 11. Exercise the highest standard of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in all duties. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 5 years' experience providing administrative support to a high-level manager, preferably in higher education and/or non-profit setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Master’s degree from an accredited institution Hiring Range: 51,000 - 61,000 Special Instructions: You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Candidates may show interest by submitting via online, the following: 1. A letter of interest (via cover letter). 2. A current resume (via resume). 3. Completed Application via Workday 4. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts accepted, however, official transcripts are required of finalist) (via transcripts). 5. Names and contact information for three job references (include with resume). Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Workday Human Capital Management System (HCM). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or résumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Contact Information: Name: Office of Human Resources Phone: 757-823-8160 Email: NO EMAILED DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Pathways

independent judgment when making decisions, as well as, functioning calmly and effectively during times of crisis. Problem-solving skills required in discerning when and how to re-route or solve issues that can be handled at a lower level first and know when issues need the immediate attention of the provost. 3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the office as well as with other internal constituents (senior administration, faculty, staff) and interact professionally with external constituents (students, parents, alumni, and the public). 4. Knowledge of general office, legislators, Board of Visitors, SCHEV, other professional counterparts, community leaders, Academic Affairs, and other administrative principles, practices, and protocol. 5. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including correspondence writing, meeting note-taking, and professional presentation development. 6. Strong organization skills, tact, and creativity; attention to detail; efficiency in handling problems; coordinating and reviewing budgets; handling several tasks simultaneously and sometimes unexpectedly; working in a fast-paced environment; and commitment to completing tasks to the highest standards. 7. Experience in a student management system software (i.e. Colleague by Ellucian) and operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and presentation software. 8. Work as part of a team to ensure a positive, proactive, professional, efficient, and effective office environment, and will be proactive in simplifying systems, increasing use of university enterprise software, and reducing paperwork. 9. Exercise considerable judgment, initiative and discretion based on knowledge of university policies and procedures and working collegially with an administrative team. 10. Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and tact; maintain composure and competence under pressure; and be detail oriented. Must be able to prioritize essential tasks, have initiative, be self-directed with good decision-making skills; and have the capacity to be a strong team player. 11. Exercise the highest standard of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in all duties. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 5 years' experience providing administrative support to a high-level manager, preferably in higher education and/or non-profit setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Master’s degree from an accredited institution Hiring Range: 51,000 - 61,000 Special Instructions: You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Candidates may show interest by submitting via online, the following: 1. A letter of interest (via cover letter). 2. A current resume (via resume). 3. Completed Application via Workday 4. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts accepted, however, official transcripts are required of finalist) (via transcripts). 5. Names and contact information for three job references (include with resume). Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Workday Human Capital Management System (HCM). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or résumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Contact Information: Name: Office of Human Resources Phone: 757-823-8160 Email: NO EMAILED DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Pathways