Program Coordinator; BLANK AST

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Business Office Manager, independently serve as the program coordinator for the Department of Sociology. Provide a broad range of administrative support for faculty, staff, and students in the areas of general administration, graduate program, and curriculum support activities, as well as purchasing and accounts payable. Responsible for event planning, including scheduling travel arrangements and honorarium payments for guest speakers, catering and advertising.

Provide instructional support for course instructors. Serve as primary point of contact for the Department of Sociology and back‑up to Anthropology.

Apply By Date: June 26, 2026

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Experience coordinating events and meetings.
• Skills to organize and prioritize work effectively to achieve timely progress on multiple simultaneous tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of productivity.
• Writing, editing and proofreading skills to prepare reports and respond to emails including policies and procedures interpretation with attention to grammar and spelling.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to relate to a diverse community of educators, students, support staff, management and vendors.
• Mathematical and analytical skills to effectively monitor and forecast budgets, interpret results and compile budgetary reports.

• Administrative and financial support experience in an academic, higher education environment.
• Knowledge of UC policies and procedures as well as campus resources related to accounting, budget, purchasing and contracts, grant administration and HR issues.
• Experience with Kuali financial system, decision support, and Aggie Travel.

• 40% – Departmental Administration
• 30% – Purchasing/Accounting
• 20% – Events Management
• 10% – Special Projects

• Salary or Pay Range: $29.40 – $42.14/hour
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  BLANK AST 3
• UC Job Code: 004722
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): M - F 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Location:
  
  Davis, CA
• Union Representation:
  Yes - CX-Clerical/Admin
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.

• High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy and parental leave, family & medical leave
• Paid holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid time off/vacation/sick time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Work Life and wellness programs and resources
• On‑site employee assistance program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSFL) qualified employer & student loan repayment assistance program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including pension and other retirement saving plans

• Standing – occasional up to 3 hours
• Walking – occasional up to 3 hours
• Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs – never 0 hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – never 0 hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – never 0 hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – never…