Administrative Assistant II

Under the supervision of the Financial & Administrative Officer (FAO), the Administrative Assistant II provides comprehensive administrative, operational, financial, procurement, facilities, communications, and event coordination support for the Economics and Political Science Administrative Unit. The incumbent serves as a primary point of contact for faculty, students, staff, visitors, and guest speakers, providing responsive customer service and contributing to the efficient day-to-day operation of the administrative unit.

The position coordinates departmental seminars, colloquia, conferences, recruitment activities, and special events by arranging travel, lodging, catering, meeting space, audiovisual support, purchasing, and other event logistics. The incumbent processes financial and procurement transactions, coordinates departmental communications and administrative activities, and provides support to faculty, staff, and students in accordance with university policies and procedures. The Administrative Assistant II also supports departmental facilities, office operations, instructional activities, and special projects by coordinating workspace and building needs, maintaining departmental information systems and online resources, supporting faculty research publication processes, and assisting with special projects and operational initiatives that support the effective administration of the Economics and Political Science Administrative Unit.

The full salary range for the Administrative Assistant II is between $26.65 - $37.77 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.