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The assistant will support recruitment efforts, maintain the UPWARDS website, coordinate participant communications, organize workshops and award ceremonies, assist with summer camp operations, and provide administrative support for program leadership.\nThe ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable interacting with students and families, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced academic environment.\nThe Administrative Assistant will work closely with faculty leadership, students, university staff, industry partners, and external participants to ensure an outstanding experience across all UPWARDS activities.\nFor more information on the programs visit:\nUPWARDS@VT: https://upwards.ece.vt.edu/\nUPWARDS for the Future Network: https://upwardsforthefuture.org/)\nRequired Qualifications\nAssociate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience or equivalent experience.\nDemonstrated experience in administrative support, program coordination, event planning, or office management\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nDemonstrated organizational and time management skills\nExperience with website maintenance and content management systems\nDemonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills\nAbility to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, parents, and external partners\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor's degree and above\nExperience supporting educational, workforce development, STEM, or outreach programs\nExperience maintaining websites using WordPress, Drupal, or similar platforms\nExperience planning conferences, workshops, camps, or large-scale events\nExperience working with K-12 students and families\nExperience with social media, graphic design, or newsletter development\nAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities\nPay Band\n3\nOvertime Status\nNon-Exempt: Eligible for overtime\nAppointment Type\nRestricted\nSalary Information\n$25-$30/hour\nHours per week\n20-29\nReview Date\n11/15/2026\nAdditional Information\nThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.\nAbout Virginia Tech\nDedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. 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