University of California San Diego

Executive Assistant - TP141314

Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience managing complex executive calendars.
  • Experience coordinating both domestic and international travel arrangements.
  • High-level organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and various communication tools.
  • Strong typing skills for preparing professional documents.
  • Significant experience in event planning and coordination, within budget constraints.

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex calendars for multiple senior executives.
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel logistics.
  • Track expenses and process reimbursements for executives.
  • Prepare materials for high-profile meetings efficiently.
  • Serve as a key liaison within the department for senior leaders and staff.
  • Plan and execute various meetings and events, negotiating with vendors.
  • Support donor and industry relations initiatives when needed.

Benefits

  • Guaranteed full employment of 100% appointment for the duration of the term.
  • Potential for advanced responsibility and increased pay based on performance.
  • Opportunities to access long-term career positions after temporary assignments.
  • Work is primarily Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
EXEC AST 3 CX Department:
TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Hiring Pay Scale
$32 - $42 / hour Worksite:
Various Appointment Type:
Temp Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
CX Contract Total Openings:
6 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 hours / day, Mon - Fri

#TP141314 Executive Assistant
Filing Deadline: Mon 10/12/2026
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DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego has a consistent need for talented Executive Assistants to support leadership across the University to include the areas of Academic/Student Affairs, Health, Operations, Financial Services, Communications, Research, Advancement, etc. Primary responsibilities will include managing extremely complex calendars for multiple senior executives, coordinating domestic and international travel, tracking expenses, and processing reimbursements. The EA will also coordinate high-profile meetings and prepare meeting materials. Will serve as a key resource to their department, interacting with senior leaders, faculty, staff, students, and community and governmental organizations.
  • Additional duties may include event planning / coordination, as well as donor and industry relations.
  • Full responsibilities and pay will vary depending on the level and classification of the position. Pay ranges will typically be in the $32 - $42 / hour range though higher paying positions may sometimes be available. Pay range will vary depending on experience and classification level of temporary assignment.
  • Assignments typically run for approximately 3 - 6 months.
  • Temporary positions may lead to long term career opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex calendars for executives.
• Proven experience with domestic and international travel arrangements, including coordinating with travel agencies to fulfill required travel agendas, researching and utilizing most effective and economical options, and coordinating reimbursement procedures.
• High-level organizational skills, ability to multi-task, extremely strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and follow through on assignments in a timely, proactive, and responsive manner.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, Adobe Acrobat, and various email, database and desktop publishing programs.
• Strong typing/word processing skills to prepare correspondence, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Extensive experience in the planning, coordination, and execution of various types and sizes of meetings and events, including skill and experience in working within a budget; negotiating with vendors and service providers to secure venues and catering options.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Background check required

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $82,221 - $119,780 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $39.38 - $57.37

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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