Office Administrative AssistantThe Office Administrative Assistant has independent responsibility within the overall goals of the Alameda office for coordination and monitoring of all fiscal and personnel management. The incumbent provides administrative services for a growing number of academic and other personnel as well as fiscal management of an increasing number of contracts and grants. The Office Administrative Assistant assists the county director in the preparation of budgets for grants and maintains and monitors all financial records. Performs financial research, bank reconciliations, gifts, donations, cash collections, fiscal closing, negotiates contracts with vendors, and maintains records of all financial documentation. Acts as liaison between the county and UCCE Alameda in all aspects of administrative, academic, extramural funds and budget, purchasing/accounts payable, and human resources. Assists county director in planning and executing grants and reports. Assists Academic Advisors in the preparation and final edition of their program reviews, publications, articles, and reports. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.
Pay Scale:
$32.11/hour to $38.55/hour. Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 9/11/2026.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide administrative services for a growing number of academic and other personnelManage fiscal operations of contracts and grantsAssist in budget preparation for grantsPerform financial research and bank reconciliationsAct as liaison between the county and UCCE AlamedaAssist in planning and executing grants and reportsAssist Academic Advisors in program reviews, publications, articles, and reportsRequirements: High school diploma or equivalent experienceAbility to maintain strict confidentiality of informationExperience with bookkeeping, accounting, and invoice processingExperience establishing goals and prioritizing projectsStrong attention to detailThorough computer skills and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and multiple internet browsersKnowledge in administrative procedures and processesSkills to maintain calendars for multiple individuals using computer technologyAbility to handle scheduling and logistical arrangements for travel and meetingsGood verbal and written communication skillsActive listening, critical thinking, multitasking, and time management skillsKnowledge and/or experience with web page design and contentPreferred Skills: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceExperience working in a complex, multi-location public university or higher education system, or in a medium-to-large nonprofit or foundationMaintains interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to other nonexempt personnelSpecial Conditions of Employment: Must possess a valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicleAbility and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed; proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is requiredMust comply with regulatory agency reporting requirements (California's Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act) The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background checkThis is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilitiesUC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilitiesAs of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), are strictly prohibitedAs a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to timeFederal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirementsMisconduct Disclosure Requirement: 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