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Job Description
We seek an Assistant Director for Business Operations to provide operational and administrative management and financial support to the areas within the Senior Director for Student Engagement and Community Centers portfolio. The Assistant Director provides leadership and oversight for the business operations of the portfolio including HR administration, financial support, departmental administrative support, and US Passport Acceptance Facility across Student Engagement and Campus Life (SECL) and the Cultural and Community Centers (CCCs). This position ensures compliance with university policies, directly manages departmental financial transaction execution and has oversight of several administrative functions. The Assistant Director serves as a key liaison between SECL, CCCs, and Student Affairs Finance and Planning, while fostering a positive and professional environment for staff and students.
Here's what you need to know about the role:
1. You will join Student Engagement and Campus Life, a department that uplifts the student experience by cultivating affirming environments and providing exceptional services.
2. You will report to the Associate Director for Student Organizations and Administration within Student Engagement and Campus Life, in a regular, full-time, 100% university staff appointment.
3. You will be responsible for leading business operations and administration for Student Engagement and Campus Life (SECL) and the Cultural and Community Centers (CCCs), serving as the primary liaison between the departments and Student Affairs Finance and Planning. In this role, you will be the primary business partner to several service units within SECL and will design trainings to promote awareness and compliance with departmental and university policies.
4. You will have the chance to grow and take advantage of a professional development plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
5. You will be offered a base salary between $65,000 and $70,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!
Required Qualifications
o Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience.
o Experience working with fiscal/budgetary operations.
o Demonstrated ability to create and sustain strong business operations.
o Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, partner with team members, and execute financial transactions with precision.
o Ability to interpret and apply policies, exercising judgment, using problem-solving strategies, and maintaining confidential and sensitive information.
o Able to work independently and must possess initiative and creativity to evaluate needs assigned.
o Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
o Professional communication skills and ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
o Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications
o Prior office management experience with knowledge of office procedures.
o Experience supporting senior leadership in an administrative or financial management capacity.
o Office experience in a university setting
o Experience with Banner, HokieMart
o Experience with point-of-sale systems
Pay Band
4
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$65,000 - $70,000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
9/8/2026
Additional Information
- The successful candidate must have a criminal background check and a driver's license check demonstrating a good standing record.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated 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. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

About Student Affairs: Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto ofUtProsim(that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving inthe spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice ourPrinciples of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all studentsExperience VTby demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing ourAspirations for Student Learning. If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team! 

About Student Engagement and Campus Life (SECL): The team in Student Engagement and Campus Life holds a deep passion for building affirming environments where every person feels seen, heard, and valued through exceptional service and programs that reflect and uplift our community, and we are genuinely excited to continuously learn and grow our knowledge of student unions, services, and student experiences.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.