20 Sep
Administrative Associate 2
California, Stanford 00000 Stanford USA

Vacancy expired!

Stanford University, one of Silicon Valley’s largest and unique employers, has immediate openings for Administrative Associates to provide administrative support to faculty at the Stanford Brain Tumor Center in the School of Medicine.

Stanford’s mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This passion makes Stanford an intensely creative and rewarding place to work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly self-motivated learner willing and eager to take on new challenges in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Duties include :

Respond to inquiries, and determine and take appropriate action as required. Serve as a resource regarding a defined set of policies and procedures.

Perform duties associated with scheduling, organizing, and operating conferences, seminars, and events, including recommending vendors for services, overseeing the production and distribution of materials, coordinating logistics, and serving as liaison with internal and external vendors.

Draft and / or generate routine communications; coordinate production (formatting, copying, etc.) and dissemination of documents, such as presentations, course handouts, grant proposals, conference and seminar materials, complex reports, brochures, and displays.

Plan and schedule calendar(s) based on consultation, resolve calendaring conflicts, and arrange travel in compliance with unit, university, and sponsor policies.

Process and monitor routine financial transactions, which may include researching and resolving discrepancies.

Maintain office supplies and equipment; obtain vendor quotations, as needed. Coordinate office moves.

May serve as the point of contact for general maintenance, health and safety, and other facility concerns within the unit(s);

report any incidents or potential safety problems to appropriate representatives. Track completion of required training.

Other duties may also be assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Prior work experience in academic health care setting.

Prior experience with Stanford on-line ordering and financial reporting systems.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED) :

High school diploma and three years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED) :

Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.

Demonstrated success in following through and completing routine tasks.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Ability to handle highly confidential material and provide a highly professional, courteous and efficient point of contact.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

Frequently sitting.

Occasionally stand / walk, reach / work above shoulders, grasp lightly / fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort / file paperwork or parts, lift / carry / push / pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

Rarely twist / bend / stoop / squat, kneel / crawl.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORK STANDARDS :

Interpersonal Skills : Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

Promote Culture of Safety : Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns;

uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Vacancy expired!


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