The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. USC is consistently ranked among the nation's most prestigious universities, and the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology features one of the world's best degree and research programs in gerontology. We have an international reputation as a hub of aging research and, with additional strong programs throughout the university leading the way in defining and advancing the field of gerontology.
The USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to join its team! This is a great opportunity for a reliable and self-motivated person to come in and be part of the Business Office. Reporting to the Associate Manager for the Business Office, the Administrative Assistant II is a member of a team and is expected to assist and collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely service to departments, units, and vendors, as needed, and to perform backup duties during business office staff vacations or sick leaves.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
This position will require five(5) days working from the UPC Campus.
The successful candidate should possess exceptional communication skills and will be analytical, proactive, and a problem solver as well as be self-motivated and have the ability to exercise sound judgment in prioritizing tasks.
The individual in this position must have the willingness to learn new skills and take on new challenges, as well as having the ability to effectively interact and collaborate with all levels of university administrators and faculty members, including working effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
Minimum Experience: 3 years.
Benefits include a competitive salary, a rich array of USC benefits including healthcare (including dental and vision), 403(b), tuition reimbursement, national holidays, paid vacation, and much more. This is a full-time non-exempt position that will require substantial commitment and flexibility. If you are looking to join a dynamic team and meet all the requirements/experience listed, we encourage you to apply.
The hourly rate range for this position is $24.62- $28.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of theLos Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiringordinance. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email atuschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
If you are interested, please submit your fully completed applicationincluding a cover letter and resume with references. Thank you for your interest!