Administrative Assistant Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA
Administrative assistants in Virginia Beach keep hospital units, school offices, Navy support centers, CBN and Regent University running, and the metro median sits near $22 an hour. Here are the current openings, followed by who is hiring and how to get started.
Current administrative assistant Openings in Virginia Beach, VA
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Administrative Assistant Work in Virginia Beach
Office support work in Virginia Beach follows the city's biggest employers. Sentara runs Sentara Virginia Beach General near Hilltop and Sentara Princess Anne Hospital near the Municipal Center, and its hospital units, surgery departments and physician practices all need administrative staff who can work in Epic. Virginia Beach City Public Schools fills administrative office associate roles in schools and central offices, and Regent University and CBN post admin roles for academic departments, ministries and Operation Blessing.
The Navy is the other anchor. NAS Oceana, Dam Neck and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story sit inside the city, and Navy Region Mid-Atlantic hires office automation and administrative assistants for Fleet and Family Support Centers and MWR programs across Hampton Roads. Many of those jobs sit in Norfolk, so plan on an I-264 commute if you live near the Oceanfront or in Kempsville. Federal and school jobs bring steady weekday hours and benefits that many private offices cannot match.
Top Virginia Beach Employers Hiring Administrative Assistants
These Hampton Roads employers have posted administrative assistant and office associate roles on their own career sites:
- Sentara Health - hires administrative assistants and administrative associates for hospital units, including surgery administration at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital.
- CBN - the Christian Broadcasting Network posts administrative assistant and administrative coordinator roles at its Virginia Beach headquarters.
- Regent University - hires admin assistants for departments such as the University Library, plus purchasing and HR support staff.
- Virginia Beach City Public Schools - staffs administrative office associates in schools and central offices across the city.
- Navy Region Mid-Atlantic - hires office automation and administrative assistants for Fleet and Family Support Centers and MWR programs in Hampton Roads.
- Commonwealth Staffing - the staffing firm recruits experienced in-office administrative assistants for Virginia Beach companies.
Administrative Assistant Salaries in Virginia Beach
- Entry level: about $16 to $19 per hour for new assistants and part-time associates.
- Experienced: roughly $20 to $25 per hour, or about $40,000 to $52,000 a year.
- Senior: about $25 to $30 per hour for assistants who manage budgets, records and HR paperwork for a department.
These are estimates based on federal wage data for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro and recent local postings, and they vary by employer and duties. Navy support jobs in Norfolk have posted at $18.50 to $25 an hour, while Microsoft Office skills, Epic experience at Sentara and a degree for university roles push pay toward the top of the range. Full-time school and federal jobs add retirement plans and paid leave.
How to Become an Administrative Assistant in Virginia Beach
Most Virginia Beach postings ask for a high school diploma or GED and some office, customer service or clerical experience, though a few university roles require a bachelor's degree. Virginia does not license administrative assistants. Tidewater Community College offers an Administrative Assistant Career Studies Certificate (29 credits) and an Administrative Support Technology associate degree (63 credits) at its Virginia Beach Campus, and both prepare you for Microsoft Office Specialist and IAAP Certified Administrative Professional exams. Federal jobs apply through USAJobs and school jobs through the VBCPS online application.
What the Job Involves
Administrative assistants answer phones and email, manage calendars for managers or directors, schedule meetings, take minutes, prepare documents and spreadsheets, process invoices and purchase requests, keep paper and electronic records, order supplies and greet visitors. In hospitals the job can also include registering patients in Epic, and in Navy offices it includes timekeeping and travel paperwork.
Skills Employers Look For
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Calendar management and meeting coordination
- Clear writing and proofreading
- Records and file management, paper and digital
- Customer service on the phone and in person
- Discretion with confidential information
- Epic or another scheduling system for healthcare roles
Career Path and Advancement
In Virginia Beach the ladder often starts with a part-time administrative associate or school office role, moves to a full-time administrative assistant job supporting a department, and then to executive assistant, office manager or administrative coordinator. At VBCPS the executive office associate titles run in three levels, and at Sentara and the universities experienced assistants move into coordinator and HR roles. A TCC degree or CAP certification helps you make that jump.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be an administrative assistant in Virginia Beach?
No. Virginia does not license administrative assistants. Employers look for office experience and computer skills, and optional credentials such as Microsoft Office Specialist or the IAAP Certified Administrative Professional can help you stand out.
How much do administrative assistants make in Virginia Beach?
Federal wage data puts the metro median near $22 an hour, or about $46,000 a year. New assistants often start around $16 to $19 an hour, and senior assistants who handle budgets and records can earn $25 to $30.
Where can I train to be an administrative assistant in Virginia Beach?
Tidewater Community College offers an Administrative Assistant Career Studies Certificate and an Administrative Support Technology associate degree at its Virginia Beach Campus, as well as its Chesapeake and Portsmouth campuses. The certificate takes about three semesters.
Are there administrative jobs on the Navy bases?
Yes. Navy Region Mid-Atlantic hires office automation assistants and administrative assistants for Fleet and Family Support Centers and MWR programs. These jobs post on USAJobs, often for only a week or two, so set up a saved search.
Can I work part time as an administrative assistant?
Yes. Sentara has posted part-time administrative associate roles at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, and Regent University posts student worker and graduate assistant office support roles. Part-time roles are a common way for students and military spouses to get started.
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