Office Assistant, Senior

Office Assistant, Senior

Salary

$36,355.00 Annually

Location

Criminal Justice Agency, Newport News, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09422

Department

Criminal Justice Agency

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

7/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

The City of Hamptons Criminal Justice Agency is seeking a highly organized and dependable Office Assistant Senior to join our team. In this vital role, you will perform a wide range of clerical, administrative, and technical duties that support the daily operations of our criminal justice division. From managing sensitive documentation and coordinating case-related communications to maintaining accurate records and assisting with complex administrative tasks, your work will contribute to the integrity and efficiency of our justice processes. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes in the criminal justice system? This is a unique opportunity to support the mission of justice while applying your skills in a dynamic, professional environment.

Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED.
• Requires a minimum of three (3) years of clerical or administrative experience.
• Requires the ability to efficiently use a computer and other office equipment to complete tasks. Requires good knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software; good understanding of business arithmetic and English.
• Requires the ability to: learn complex computer programs; maintain records and attention to detail; follow complex oral and written instructions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse populations.
• Must have effective oral and written communication and customer service skills.
• May require a functional knowledge of tools, materials, equipment and supplies that are specific to an individual department or division. May be required to complete a skills-based assessment.
• May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires the ability to maintain confidentiality of all information; the ability to make sound independent judgments within the context of established departmental and City policies and procedures.
• Requires contact with other City departments, the general public and other agencies.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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This position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding, and the continuation of employment is subject to the renewal or extension of the grant.

Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Medical Insurance
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the ICMA-RC website.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Savings bonds are available to the Citys workforce.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or have you successfully completed a GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the options below best describes your clerical experience which has given you working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to efficiently use a computer and other office equipment? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION OUTLINES WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

03

I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hamptons current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

04

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

05

I understand that this position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding, and the continuation of employment is subject to the renewal or extension of the grant.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr