Operational Support Assistant II, Department of Immunobiology

Operational Support Assistant II, Department of Immunobiology

Posting Number req
26375

Department Immunobiology

Department Website Link (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Location Tucson Campus

Address 1501 N. Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719 USA

The Immunobiology Department is currently seeking an Operational Support Assistant II. The employee will provide support for the administrative area of the department. The main responsibilities include processing financial transactions such as travel reimbursements, disbursement vouchers, and reconciling purchasing cards; attending monthly faculty meetings, taking notes and preparing minutes; assisting with planning of Friday seminar speakers itinerary and travel arrangements; preparing P & T packages for faculty promotions;

and assisting with planning of department events.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A 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 retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Reconcile department purchasing card transactions on a daily basis, ensuring proper documentation is provided. Assist Accountant with financial transactions as requested.
• Process reimbursements to department employees for reimbursable expenses and travel.
• Assist faculty with planning of Friday seminar speakers visits and faculty recruitment when needed. This includes preparing the itinerary of meetings while on campus; making travel arrangements for the speaker/candidate; assisting with providing lunch, and processing any reimbursements to faculty and/or speaker/candidate.
• Collect documentation and prepare promotion & tenure packets for submission to Faculty Affairs, for faculty that are eligible for promotions.
• Assist with planning department events, such as symposiums, employee recognition and promotions, retirement celebrations.

• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups and individuals, both internal and external to the University of Arizona.
• Ability to handle multiple, competing deadlines for meetings.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to Department's growing and changing needs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to learn new programs and systems quickly.
• Knowledge of Microsoft suite, Box, and Zoom.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Knowledge of University financial policies and procedures, particularly with regard to purchasing and travel, preferred but not required.

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 $20.33 - $25.41

Compensation Type hourly rate

Grade 5

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Contact Information for Candidates Tammie Rippberger, trippberger

Open Date 6/26/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

Application:
The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Cover Letter:
Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

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