Senior Office Assistant

Salary $17.91 - $24.17 Hourly Location Chesterfield, VA Job Type Part-Time Job Number 27-00166 Department Fire Opening Date 08/24/2026 Closing Date 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern DescriptionBenefits Minimum Qualifications Great Service Provided by Great People Chesterfield Fire and EMS is seeking a dedicated and energetic part-time Senior Office Assistant to provide vital support and excellent internal and external customer services and administrative support, for the Training and Education division. As a Senior Office Assistant your essential functions including the following: Under The General Supervision Of The Administrative Supervisor Provide office and telephone reception for the training division of the fire department Perform data entry and scanning functions connected with all training recordsAssist the Learning Management Systems Supervisor with training record management functions as requiredProvide administrative support to the training staff Assist with the physical training grounds schedule for public safety personnel and outside agencies Duplicating material in house and coordinate work with county print shop for training class preparation Type correspondenceMaintain a scholarship fundAssist with Fire Department events throughout the yearMaintain office supply inventoryPick-up and distribute mailPerform other work as required Here's What You Need To Apply High school diploma or GED; one year of clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of office principles and practices. Ability to provide customer service, set up and maintain records and files, understand and apply policies and procedures, communicate effectively orally and in writing, operate a personal computer and related software, and other standard office equipment; develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demit points with the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation as defined by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months OR a DMV record point balance less than negative one (-1). Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at the time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated with thirty days of the interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required. This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Desired Attributes/Preferred Qualifications Maintain a positive attitude, be an effective communicator, be flexible, self-motivated and team oriented. Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and comfort level using databases. Experience in office reception. Experience in a public safety environment. Real Talk This position is a focal point for the division and at times will deal with an influx of questions and traffic. You will need to be comfortable multi-tasking and managing shifting priorities. It is vital to be able to maintain a positive and support minded perspective. Still Interested? Click the "apply" link above to complete and submit an application by August 30, 2026. This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience. Shift Three days/week; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; occasional evenings for special events Work Location Fire & EMS Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion For Information On County Benefits, View Employee Benefits Summary. Employer Chesterfield County Address Human Resources Department 9901 Lori Road / P.O. Box 40 Chesterfield, Virginia, 23832 Phone 804-748-1551 (Office) Website http://www.chesterfield.gov