Program Support Specialist

Overview

Are you interested in providing administrative support to prepare graduates for careers in Alaska’s health care industry? The School of Allied Health is seeking two Program Support Specialists with strong attention to detail, customer service, and excellent communication skills to join our team.

• Provide students, Program Directors, and staff with administrative support. Serve as the first point of contact for students and faculty. Provide initial program information by phone and email, direct students to appropriate faculty, track student and program information, and process paperwork prior to university deadlines.
• Assist with event planning, office inventories, distributing program supplies, scheduling meetings and taking notes, and communicating student concerns to faculty.
• Schedule classes, reserve rooms, and assist the nine Program Directors with a variety of duties.

• High School graduation and three years progressively responsible experience in general office procedures and use of standard office equipment.

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage. It is a front-facing in-person position with no hybrid or remote options. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. The University provides a generous compensation package including retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

A valid driver’s license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria is required.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. If a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, the posting may close. Once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require on-site work at UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s duties.

For full job responsibilities, please refer to the official posting.

EEO statements, background checks, and accessibility information are provided as part of the application process as required by law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship unless otherwise required. UA is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska may be subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. All employees are expected to uphold high standards of ethics and professionalism in university business.