Executive Secretary

Title: Executive Secretary DSP
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State Role

Title:

Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: $45,000 to $65,000 Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of State Police

Location:S. Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website:vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire an Executive Secretary at the Division 1 Headquarters in Colonial Heights, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Serving as the Office Manager.
• Monitoring daily administrative activities originating and incoming to Division Headquarters staff as needed to ensure efficiency and continuity of operations.
• Providing administrative assistance and support to the division and area staff by answering inquiries based upon knowledge and experience.
• Composing routine and confidential correspondence and reports.
• Managing files.
• Notarizing documents.

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization — we’re a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement — together.

We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Knowledge of:

• Administrative and general office policies and procedures.
• Standard office filing systems.

Skill in:

• Typing.
• Data entry.
• Operating a computer.
• Using Microsoft Office Applications.
• Using automated office equipment.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
• Draft correspondence and reports.
• Work independently.
• Lead and train subordinate staff.
• Interpret and follow written and oral guidelines.
• Interact professionally with staff, Department executives, and the public.
• Secretarial and administrative experience required.
• Must be qualified to serve as a Notary Public.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

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It is the policy of the Department of State Police (the Department) that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation;

disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note:

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022
- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.