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Administrative Secretary

HRCAP


Job Location:

Newport News, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 37911 - 41066
Experience Required: 4-5years
Posted: 28 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To assist with a variety of administrative tasks. To contribute to the efficiency of the overall organization by ensuring assigned administrative duties are carried out timely and efficiently.

SUPERVISOR: Director of Administration

DUTIES INCLUDE:
Assists in planning appointments annual awards dinner board meetings special events conferences etc.
Attend meetings and keep minutes
Receive and screen phone calls and redirect them when appropriate
Make travel arrangements for executives
Handle confidential documents ensuring they remain secure
Prepare invoices or financial statements and provide assistance in bookkeeping
Monitor office supplies and negotiate terms with suppliers to ensure the most cost-effective orders
Maintain electronic and paper records ensuring information is organized and easily accessible
Conduct research and prepare presentations or reports
Assist Director of Administration
Serve as primary contact with Eastern Data and Cobb Technologies
Able to create professional visual designs using Canvas tools templates and features.
Other duties as assigned


Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:

Proven experience as administrative secretary or similar administrative role
Proficient in MS Office and back-office software
In depth knowledge of office management and basic accounting procedures as well as technical vocabulary of community action programs
Familiarity with basic research methods and reporting techniques
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
Integrity and confidentiality
High school diploma and five years of experience as an administrative secretary or similar administrative role; or Associates degree in business administration or related field with 3 years of proven experience as an administrative secretary or similar administrative role



Benefits

Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees effective the first day of the month following your hire date. Benefits include:

Paid Time Off:

o 10 days of annual leave per year (accrued bi-weekly) for the first five years

o Sick leave accrued at 5 hours per pay period

o 1 paid day off annually for your birthday

o 11 paid holidays including major federal holidays

Health & Wellness:

o Medical dental and vision insurance available for employees and dependents

o HRCAP covers 75% of health insurance premiums

o Coverage begins the first of the month after hire

o Pre-tax premium deductions via Section 125 Plan

Retirement:

o 403(b) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% after one year of service

Additional details are provided in the HRCAP Employee Handbook and Summary Plan Documents.




Required Skills:

Proven experience as administrative secretary or similar administrative role Proficient in MS Office and back-office software In depth knowledge of office management and basic accounting procedures as well as technical vocabulary of community action programs Familiarity with basic research methods and reporting techniques Excellent organizational and time-management skills Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities Integrity and confidentiality High school diploma and five years of experience as an administrative secretary or similar administrative role; or Associates degree in business administration or related field with 3 years of proven experience as an administrative secretary or similar administrative role


Required Education:

High school diploma and five years of experience as an administrative secretary or similar administrative role; or Associates degree in business administration or related field with 3 years of proven experience as an administrative secretary or similar administrative role