Administrative Assistant Job at Westfield State University in Riverside

The Administrative Assistant provides essential support to faculty, students, and staff in the Departments of Economics and Political Science. Under the supervision of the Financial & Administrative Officer (FAO), this role manages the departments' colloquia series, acts as the primary receptionist, and assists with accounting, financial transactions, travel coordination, event support, and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include handling purchasing, reimbursements, organizing travel and honoraria for guests, conducting facility walkthroughs, submitting work orders, and serving as a resource for students and faculty to ensure smooth administrative processes.

Candidates will be required to take a skills assessment during the interview process. The salary range is $28.44 - $40.76 per hour, with an expected pay scale up to $33.39 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Applicants must have current work authorization; UC Riverside cannot sponsor employment visas. All employees must comply with university policies and applicable government directives.

Organization

The University of California, Riverside, is part of the UC system and the only UC located in Inland Southern California. Located approximately 50 miles east of Los Angeles, UCR offers access to cultural, recreational, desert, mountain, and coastal destinations.

As a highly diverse research university with over 19,000 students, UCR is experiencing growth with new facilities and programs. The university educates students, conducts pioneering research, and contributes to the local economy and community development.

UCR's mission is to serve the needs of California and beyond through education, research, and outreach, addressing societal challenges such as food security, the arts, education, engineering, healthcare, and the environment. Situated on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain, the campus is a hub for exploring critical issues affecting growing communities.

UCR fosters an environment where scholars can pursue their work in an innovative, collaborative setting, aiming to make a global impact while leading in regional development.

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