University of Arizona

Administrative Support Assistant III - Ecology and Evolutionary Biology


PayCompetitive
LocationTucson/Arizona
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: req17715
      Administrative Support Assistant III - Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
      Posting Number req17715
      Department Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
      Department Website Link www.eeb.arizona.edu
      Location Main Campus
      Address Tucson, AZ USA
      Position Highlights The Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (EEB) invites applications for Administrative Support Assistant III. This position will provide guidance and assistance to faculty and staff and support for departmental events and activities. The ideal candidate will exhibit professionalism, diplomacy, and a collaborative spirit. There is some unpredictability on the day-to-day in this role, so a flexible mindset and sense of humor will be advantageous.

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

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      Duties & Responsibilities
      • Primarily supports the Department Head and Department Head’s Office.
      • Works to resolve non-routine situations and interpret guidelines, procedures, policies, and practices within the scope of the position.
      • Plan and coordinate departmental events originating from the DH office (i.e., seminars, retreats, receptions, etc.). Assist with preparing itineraries and arranging meetings. Arrange travel and lodging for guest speakers and prospective faculty candidates.
      • Maintain departmental listservs.
      • Facilitate activities for the EEB community, such as health and wellness checks.
      • Coordinate affiliations with visiting researchers and collaborators, including managing the Designated Campus Colleague appointment process.
      • Provide new personnel with information on obtaining a NetID, Cat Card, keys/door codes, etc.
      • Initiate purchases, collect receipts, and reconcile PCard expenses. Prepare financial forms and paperwork, including expense and travel reimbursements, honorariums, etc.
      • Help manage communication for the DH including addressing requested information, drafting reference letters, nomination letters, and speaking notes.
      • Announce EEB faculty meetings, help gather agenda items and prepare supporting information for the DH, and attend meetings to take minutes.
      • Help coordinate annual faculty reviews and other mandatory faculty activities, such as promotion and tenure.
      • Serve as a liaison between the DH and faculty, students, staff, and UA administration.
      • Assist with reserving rooms and equipment for meetings, lectures, and events.
      • Assist with other administrative projects and tasks as needed.
      Minimum Qualifications
      • High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
      • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required.
      Preferred Qualifications
      • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
      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 DOE
      Compensation Type hourly rate
      Grade 5
      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
      Expected End Date
      Contact Information for Candidates Lauren Harrison
      Director of Academic & Support Services
      lashley@arizona.edu
      Open Date 9/18/2023
      Open Until Filled Yes
      Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
      Special Instructions to Applicant Three professional references will be required from finalists later in hiring process.
      Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.




  • About the company

      95194 The University of Arizona is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.