Administrative Assistant III – Maintenance

Job overview

The Administrative Assistant III – Maintenance role is onsite in Norfolk, VA. Compensation is $27.46–$33.77 per hour. Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority works to provide quality housing opportunities and support sustainable, mixed-income communities. This senior administrative role supports the Maintenance and Design Construction Management departments by coordinating workflows, contracts, schedules, budgets, and vendor activity. It helps keep maintenance operations and capital projects organized, compliant, and on track while supporting departmental leadership and staff.

What you'll do

• Manage administrative aspects of maintenance operations and capital projects, including work orders, task orders, vendor coordination, inspections, and preventive-maintenance scheduling
• prepare executive reports, correspondence, and presentations
• liaise with staff, residents, vendors, and leadership
• track budgets, purchase orders, and supplies
• verify contract funding sources
• mentor Administrative Assistant I and II staff
• support strategic initiatives and process improvements
• administer bidding procedures and assigned active contracts
• support compliance with safety protocols, regulations, and policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

administrative assistant iii

maintenance

capital projects

contract administration

vendor coordination

budget tracking

staff mentoring

norfolk va

norfolk redevelopment and housing authority

$27.46–$33.77/hour

housing authority

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• VRS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement options, and public service loan forgiveness.

Why this role

Requires 5–7 years of progressive administrative experience, preferably in maintenance or property management, and a valid driver’s license. Associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred; equivalent substitutes may be considered.

About the employer

Norfolk Redevelopment And Housing Authority is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development. Sector: 92.