About the Department

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 department's day-to-day activities, and support the vision of the department chair. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to Hampton University's mission of delivering the #1 student experience.

Position 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.

Minimum 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.

Benefits

: 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/.

Agency Information

Employer: Hampton University
Address: 200 William R. Harvey Way

Hampton, Virginia, 23668
Phone: 757-727-5250
Website: www.hamptonu.edu