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The University of California San Diego is a leading public research university known for its innovative programs and commitment to academic excellence. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees across various disciplines, fostering a vibrant learning community. UC San Diego emphasizes research that benefits society, with a focus on areas such as health, climate change, and technology. The university also provides extensive student support services and opportunities for involvement in arts, athletics, and community engagement.

<div><div>La Jolla
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9500 Gilman Drive, San Diego, CA 92037, United States
</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Payroll Title:</div>
BLANK AST 3
<div>Department:</div>
DESIGN LAB
<div>Hiring Pay Scale</div>
$61,428.96 - $67,275.36 / Year
<div>Worksite:</div>
Campus
<div>Appointment Type:</div>
Career
<div>Appointment Percent:</div>
100%
<div>Union:</div>
CX Contract
<div>Total Openings:</div>
1
<div>Work Schedule:</div>
8 hrs/day
</div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>#139977 Design Lab Administrative Assistant</b></h2>
<b>Filing Deadline: Thu 6/25/2026</b></div><div>
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<b>UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.</b><br>
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</div><div><div><p><i>UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment</i>: Apply by 6/14/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.</p>
<p><i>Reassignment Applicants</i>: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.</p></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
DESCRIPTION</b></h1><p>
Reporting to the Operations Officer, the operations assistant coordinates the day-to-day administrative operations for Design Lab. Reviews, evaluates and forwards non-routine correspondence; sets priorities, and prepares and submits reimbursement requests via Concur system. Prepares travel arrangements, online travel authorizations, pre-payments and advances.
</p><p>Independently coordinates all logistical aspects of Design Lab events such as conferences, colloquia, workshops, roundtables, seminars, symposia, etc. Designs and prepares promotional materials including brochures, flyers, programs and proceedings. Invites and confirms guest speakers, organizes schedule, prepares agendas, and distributes materials and announcements to appropriate audiences. Arranges all accommodations and travel for participants. Other duties within scope of description.
</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></h1><ul><li><p>
Strong demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative support: scheduling meetings, calendaring, complex travel arrangements and managing general office needs.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills to interact professionally and courteously with diverse personalities, including non-native English speakers, within and outside of the University, using tact, diplomacy and flexibility.</p></li><li><p>
Graduation from college and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
</p></li><li><p>Thorough knowledge of event planning, marketing and organization of special events.Working knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of event planning and production and public relations.</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to independently perform a variety of accurate financial calculations using basic arithmetic functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, etc.</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills/ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, organize time efficiently, and initiate and track routine independent short and long range projects to completion.</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to independently analyze complex problems, research complex issues, draw appropriate conclusions, and develop and implement innovative solutions.</p></li><li><p>
Skill in proofreading and correcting text for accuracy, clarity, grammatical and syntactical correctness and continuity.</p></li><li><p>
Experience processing payments, travel, reimbursements and other transactions.</p></li><li><p>
Strong demonstrated ability to work independently and harmoniously as part of a team with frequent interruptions and to meet established deadlines; ability to identify issues needing referral to supervisor.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent time management and organizational skills to manage multiple and/or diverse responsibilities concurrently, including organizing work, setting and maintaining priorities, meeting deadlines and meeting quality and quantity standards. Flexibility in dealing with people and competing demands. Ability to work with frequent interruptions.</p></li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
SPECIAL CONDITIONS</b></h1><ul><li>
Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.</li></ul><div><p><i>
Pay Transparency Act</i></p><p>
Annual Full Pay Range: $61,429 - $88,030 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
</p><p>Hourly Equivalent: $29.42 - $42.16
</p><p>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).</p></div></div><div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.</b></p><p><br>
To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.</p><br>
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<p>The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.</p><p>
For the University of California&rsquo;s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination</p><p></p><p><br>
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.</p><br>
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<p><b>Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:</b> As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
</p><p>a. &quot;Misconduct&quot; means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant&rsquo;s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC&rsquo;s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
</p><p></p><ul><li>UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy</li><li>
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy</li><li>
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h2>
<div><div>Date Posted</div>
06/10/2026</div></div><div></div>

Design Lab Administrative Assistant

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