Title: Administrative Assistant SDB00003

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: $41,776 - $53,000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind

Location: VA School for Deaf & Blind

Agency Website: vsdb.k12.va.us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About Us
The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) is located in the historic, vibrant city of Staunton, Virginia. VSDB provides superior education for students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/vision impaired, deafblind, and deaf or blind with other disabilities.

VSDB offers PreK-12 education with both residential and day student options.

VSDB believes that disabilities are challenges not barriers and supports each student in their goal to be independent and to reach their highest academic potential!

VSDB prepares students for life!

About this position
The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a Executive Administrative Assistant
This is a classified position with state benefits, including health insurance, retirement, life insurance and disability coverage.
The VSDB offers:
• Supportive and positive team setting
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Life insurance
• School-Residential partnership that supports a 24/7 learning environment

Minimum Qualifications

Experience providing administrative support and customer service in a professional office setting.

Experience with planning, coordination, and execution of meetings and events.

Training and/or experience in office management.

Proficiency level of “Intermediate” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Communication Proficiency Interview.

Advanced knowledge of computer software programs to include Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated effective communication skills in both written and spoken English to articulate and exchange information.

Ability to comprehend, interpret and follow policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain confidential information.

Ability to compose, edit and proof a wide range of written materials, memorandums, letters, reports and presentations accurately and reliably.

Ability to coordinate and manage non-routine, complex projects and assignments with minimal supervision.

Ability to work independently and using a team approach.

Effective interpersonal skills in order to represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.

Detailed-oriented and flexible.

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and multi-task, strong organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform repetitive motion to include standing, sitting, reaching, lifting, walking and bending.

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate required.

Additional Considerations

Associate’s degree, certification in office administration or related field or equivalent experience preferred.
Training and/or experience in office management

Special Instructions

You will be provided a 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.

If selected as a finalist with VSDB, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: 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 VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VSDB values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 540-332-9069

Email: jody.beelendorf@vsdbs.virginia.gov

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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.