(Hybrid) Administrative Assistant - Honors College

The Honors College at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant. About The Opportunity This position provides administrative support for the Honors College. Benefits We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including: 37.5-hour work week 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.Wellness programs What You'll Do Honors College Proper Manage calendars of the Dean and Assoc. Dean of the Honors CollegeSchedule requested meetingsManage media room and annex calendarsAnswer phone at front desk if /when students are not availableAct as designee for student workers and timecards when office admin not availableManage travel for the dean and assoc. deanSchedule in-house whole team eventsReconcile expenses for the Honors CollegeCoordinate other office responsibilities with the office administrator Honors College Affiliated Units Assist with purchasing and reconciliationAssist with events Governors Honors Academy Create the Course Offerings document that includes instructor photos/biographies and course names/descriptionsCreate a responsibilities document for the GHA internsSecure classrooms for the facultyWork with GHA deans to determine which faculty will give evening presentationsCreate faculty shopping lists as faculty requests materialsDo academy purchasing and reconcile those expensesAttend GHA planning meetingsOrganize faculty requested materialsExecute plan for transporting students between campuses as well as transportation for off-campus tripsBook off-campus tripsRevise the GHA student handbookRevise medication form if necessaryMake Qualtrics form to collect student information, insurance card scans, and all necessary waivers and signaturesWork with deans to modify the course request formCommunicate with high schools with low participation rates to encourage applicationsCommunicate with parents about GHA and how it functionsAssist with payroll Other Duties As Assigned Bachelor's degree.One (1) year of experience with WVU business systems required. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.All qualifications must be met by the time of employment. Preferred Qualifications Master's degreeFamiliarity with WVU, the honors college, and GHA. Requirements Licenses/Certifications Valid US driver’s license – required as incumbent will drive students from time to time to various events as well as pick up and make deliveries About WVU West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees. From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures. At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers. Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu. West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status. Job Posting Oct 8, 2026 Posting Classification Classified Exemption Status Non-Exempt Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Part-time