Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Posting Number

req27267

Department

School of Art

Department Website Link

cfa.arizona.edu/about/arizona-arts

Location

Tucson Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The School of Art at the University of Arizona invites applications for Administrative Assistant. Applicants should be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Doodle Poll, and database management systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for front office coverage, general administrative duties, managing the Director's calendar, occasional travel coordination, and some event assistance. This position reports to the Administrative Support Manager and Director. Applicants should also demonstrate strong organizational skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to perform and thrive in a multi-tasked environment is a must. We are seeking candidates with a positive attitude, initiative, resourcefulness, sound judgment, and ability to distinguish priorities and work independently or in a group with minimal supervision.

This role will have a direct supervisory role over student workers. The person occupying this position will be joining a dynamic school with approximately 50 faculty and staff. We value and encourage a sense of community and collaboration within the school and enjoy broad engagement with the College of Fine Arts and the division of Arizona Arts.

The School of Art (SoA) is part of Arizona Arts, which serves as a unified gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets at the University of Arizona (U of A). Arizona Arts offers the opportunity to work with people of many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We foster opportunity and excellence in the arts with a commitment to success for every student, research that shapes the future, and community engagement. Learn more by visiting cfa.arizona.edu/about/arizona-arts. The U of A is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and among the nation’s strongest public universities, offering more than 150 majors. We live our Purpose, Mission, and Values as a land-grant university.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with complex administrative processes and resolve issues independently using extensive knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Track and maintain record-keeping systems and databases for efficient, secure information management.
• Continuously evaluate administrative workflows and recommend improvements for operational efficiency.
• Compose, edit, and review routine correspondence, reports, and presentation materials (e.g., grant proposals, manuscripts).
• Serve as a primary point of contact for stakeholders, applying policies and addressing complex inquiries.
• Organize and coordinate departmental events, meetings, and travel arrangements, including agenda preparation and logistics.
• Provide guidance on the coordination of administrative activities and process, ensuring timely completion and workflow efficiency.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships.
• May provide guidance to junior-level staff and assist in training/onboarding as directed.
• May process financial and personnel documents (e.g., invoices, payroll) per university guidelines.
• May monitor, reconcile, and approve expenditures to ensure compliance with budgets; initiate corrective actions for discrepancies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to complete work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate organizational skills, including ability to plan, establish priorities, and successfully manage multiple projects
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Doodle Poll.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with educational or cultural institutions, experience in the arts.
• Experience with UAaccess and/or Trellis.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree,

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Organizational Administration

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$20.33 - $25.41

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

5

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

OC3

Job Family

Administrative Support

Job Function

Organizational Administration

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

11/6/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Maria Sanchez
Manager, Admin Support
mariasanchez@arizona.edu

Open Date

10/6/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Resume showing how your experience, expertise, and vision relate to the position description and U of A context.
• Cover letter describing why you are interested in the position, how you meet some or all of the qualifications for the position; and any prior experience you believe is relevant to the U of A context, mission, and values.
• Three (3) reference letters will be requested of candidates who are selected for an on-campus interview.

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