Stanford University

Administrative Associate 3

Stanford University$81K — $94K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma plus four years of administrative experience or equivalent education and experience.
  • Proven ability to act with tact and maintain confidentiality.
  • Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Background in event planning and calendaring with limited supervision.
  • Advanced skills in office software and email applications.

Responsibilities

  • Act on behalf of supervisors to prioritize tasks and solve administrative issues.
  • Plan and execute complex conferences and events, managing logistics and vendor relations.
  • Draft, edit, and ensure accuracy of various documents for presentations and reports.
  • Manage calendars and travel arrangements, resolving conflicts in busy schedules.
  • Create complex financial reports and monitor budget statements for discrepancies.
  • Coordinate maintenance services and minor office renovations.
  • Supervise and lead temporary and student workers, overseeing daily tasks and deadlines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive rewards package including extensive benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Strong commitment to safety and workplace culture.
  • Access to Stanford's resources and facilities for employees.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an Administrative Associate 3 to provide high-level administrative support in the department. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Duties include*: • Act on behalf of the supervisor, department manager, or chair in regards to establishing priorities and identifying and resolving problems that are administrative in nature. • Oversee and/or perform duties associated with scheduling, organizing, and operating complex conferences, seminars, and events, including arranging with vendors for services, overseeing the production and distribution of materials, administering logistics, and managing event within budget. This includes the Department Call Schedule and the calendars of multiple faculty members. • Compose and draft documents and correspondence for presentations, course handouts, grants, conferences, seminars, and reports; perform substantial editing and fact checking. Create, maintain, modify, and/or ensure accuracy of content in various unit documents, displays, reports, brochures, social media, and/or websites. • Plan and schedule calendar(s) with limited consultation, resolve calendaring conflicts, and arrange travel in compliance with unit, university, and sponsor policies. Must be highly organized in order to adapt to changes, knowing when key meetings are taking place and following up on unresolved issues all the while taking into consideration a very busy clinic and OR schedules. • Create complex reports and spreadsheets which may utilize specialized software and systems. • Oversee and/or process a variety of complex financial transactions; produce, monitor, and reconcile budget statements; research, identify, and resolve discrepancies. May assist with capital or special equipment requests and/or vendor selection. • Coordinate and monitor routine maintenance services completion. Plan and coordinate office moves and/or minor renovation projects. • Create and track expense reimbursements for faculty and visitors to ensure reimbursements are processed in a timely manner and vendor payments are processed appropriately. • May lead staff or supervise day-to-day work of student and/or temporary workers, including scheduling, assigning, and prioritizing workloads, setting appropriate deadlines, reviewing work for quality and timeliness, and providing performance review input. * - Other duties may also be assigned. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Prior work experience at Stanford University and/or in higher education strongly preferred. • Understanding of the organization of Stanford University Medical Center or similar academic medical center preferred. • Ability to work independently, prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines. • High level of attention to detail and accuracy. • Demonstrated ability to act with tact and maintain confidentiality. • Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills. • Demonstrated ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED): High school diploma and four years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED): • Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications. • Demonstrated success in following through and completing projects. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and assign work to others. • Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects. • Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*: • Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. • Frequently sitting. • Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. • Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl. * - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. • Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. • Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu The expected pay range for this position is $39.20 to $45.56/hour. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

About Stanford University

Stanford University is a private research university located in Stanford, California. The university was founded in 1885 by Leland and Jane Stanford in memory of their son, Leland Stanford Jr. Stanford is known for its academic excellence and research programs, particularly in the fields of engineering, computer science, and the sciences. The university has a diverse student body and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of disciplines. Stanford is also home to several research centers and institutes, including the Stanford Research Institute and the Hoover Institution. The university is committed to advancing knowledge and improving the world through education and research.
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