Administrative Specialist

The College of Public Health is one of four colleges within USF Health. The Office of the Academic and Student Affairs provides college wide leadership and coordination for the academic and student affairs portfolio, including curriculum planning and oversight, academic program support, student recruitment and admissions coordination, advising and student success, applied practice experiences, doctoral and graduate student support, undergraduate education, academic integrity, educational technology and academic support, assessment and data-informed continuous quality improvement, workforce and lifelong learning initiatives, and CEPH accreditation readiness.

In these capacities, the Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs works closely with the Dean, faculty, department chairs, program directors, staff, students, and university partners to advance the College's academic mission and student-centered priorities. As a centralized academic and student affairs office, it provides support across degree programs, certificates, academic services, and college wide initiatives that affect students, faculty, staff, and external partners.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No.

1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.

1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future.

The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more .edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Provides administrative support to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs in the College of Public Health Dean's Office while assisting academic and student affairs teams with college wide initiatives. Maintains confidentiality, exercises sound judgment, and uses strong Microsoft Office skills to manage administrative tasks. Serves as a key point of contact for faculty, staff, students, and external partners, delivering professional, student-centered customer service.

Coordinates meetings, events, special projects, academic processes, and student-facing initiatives, while communicating effectively across the college, university, and community on behalf of the Senior Associate Dean and Dean.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least four years of experience in an office or administrative support position.…