Project Coordinator

This position typically reports to a Director, Associate Dean, or Program Director, but may also report to an Assistant or Associate Director or Assistant Program Director if the position requirements are consistent with this class. The Administrative Specialist must perform a wide variety of administrative support duties ranging from general clerical support to complex administrative coordination. Within the USF Office Support series, this is a third level position requiring a higher level of skills and experience than Administrative Clerks and Staff Assistants. This position may assign work to or supervise first and second level office support positions, students and temporary (OPS) employees. To fulfill the job requirements, employees assigned to this class title must be able to do research and extract data from appropriate relational databases such as OASIS, FAST, and GEMS. Administrative Specialists support high-level USF administrators, and must be able to apply judgment with respect to communications and confidentiality. This position requires intermediate or advanced level proficiency in the use of standard desktop applications, including the ability to produce documents and presentations of all kinds using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software tools.

• Respond to and initiate inquiries (questions regarding purchasing, personnel, facilities, administration, specialized programs, etc.) Explain policies, answer questions, and independently resolve problems whenever feasible.
• Prepare presentation materials for use by others, editing content and adding appropriate graphic and design elements. These responsibilities may include creating basic web content.
• Compose and/or prepare correspondence, memoranda, promotional materials, forms, newsletters, manuals, and reports using appropriate word processing and spreadsheet tools.
• Perform basic statistical calculations on data for reports and presentations.
• Plan, prioritize and schedule meetings and appointments for Directors and other management. Make decisions on a daily basis regarding calendars.
• Assist with grant proposals and serve as a resource for information related to the administration of grants and contracts.
• Perform specialized administrative duties required to support the specific program area, using discretion to make judgments based on operating guidelines. Support purchasing requirements for department, researching items and obtaining price quotes, entering information into university systems, receiving purchase orders, and maintaining P-Card information as required.
• Support human resource and payroll processes as a primary contact or backup for payroll preparation or certification, leave tracking, appointment papers, and other requirements.
• Arrange and coordinate travel and travel reimbursement for staff.
• Compile and maintain information that may require web or library researching, gathering, compiling, and updating data and records.
• Perform other administrative duties as required to support the mission and function of the unit.

Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least four years of experience in an office or administrative support position. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) or a track record of applicable experience

• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Experience/knowledge of recruitment and/or development strategies

• Experience in event planning

• Experience in content creation

• The ability to work independently within a collaborative environment

• Ability to interact with others in a clear, professional, accurate, and consistent manner in person and in a virtual environment

• Ability to prioritize work under multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities or challenges

• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills in phone, email, and in-person/virtual interactions

• Experience working within an academic environment

• Experience with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite

• Familiarity with the USF Content Management System

• Familiarity with the field of Women’s, Gender, and/or Sexuality Studies

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.