Academic Program Assistant

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," comprised of the faculty, students, and staff who make the university a great place to work.

The USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking an Academic Program Specialist. The largest and oldest of the USC schools, USC Dornsife functions as the academic core of the university, offering courses and advancing knowledge across the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences.

Join our team and help bring global academic experiences to life! The Academic Program Specialist will support Dornsife's study abroad and other travel program opportunities by assisting in coordinating program operations, communications, financial transactions, data analysis, and logistics. This position will also serve as a key resource for students and domestic and international partners.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented problem solver with strong communication, customer service, and project management skills who thrives while managing multiple priorities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience, plus at least two years of relevant experience in higher education, customer service, or a related field.

Knowledge of or experience with Workday Finance, Terra Dotta, Excel, Outlook and website maintenance is desirable but not required.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.76 - $34.76. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Required Documents and Additional Information:

• Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards
• USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.