The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university a great place to work.
As a community of Dornsife College “we are committed to the creation, preservation, and communication of fundamental knowledge in all its forms…as well as a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to the betterment of society.” The academic mission of Dornsife College can only be realized to its fullest potential when we build and protect a representative, equitable, inclusive culture of scholarship for students, faculty, and staff. This is not done through initiatives but by embedding these values into the everyday interactions, relationships, policies, and practices of the College. What is required is a seamless integration of the tenets of equity and inclusivity into every facet of academic life. If we want our scholars, staff, and students to be able to give their very best, we must create an academic environment that portends success.
Success is possible when every member of the Dornsife community owns their role as a steward of the culture in which we learn, research, and work; when we believe that it is because of who we are that we are able to do what we do: achieve excellence, together.
Achieving a robust and inclusive academic culture requires more than just the completion of a task, but includes that person’s capacity to contribute positively to the relationships and culture of their office or department. Therefore, any applicant seeking to advance the mission of Dornsife College should also be assessed on their capacities beyond the technical elements of their work, and demonstrate an understanding of their impact on others, and to articulate how they contribute positively to those around them.
The Department of Political Science and International Relations within the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences is seeking applicants for a Program Administrator. The primary responsibilities for this position will be faculty affairs, specifically the search, review, appointment, and reappointment of RTPC faculty, working with appointed faculty search committees. This position will also hire, review, and supervise nearly 40 student workers hired by the department or department faculty, and work with department leadership to coordinate the networking and events with 5 affiliated Dornsife Institutions. The department itself is comprised of approximately 60 faculty, 12 staff and serves nearly 1400 department majors and 5000 students annually.
We seek highly motivated candidates with strong communication and organizational skills, administrative and program coordination experience, as well as a genuine interest in working with staff and faculty to promote one of the largest academic departments at USC. This person will support the Program Administrator and Department Chair in senior levels or department business, including hiring, program development, and other duties as assigned. We seek an individual who can handle the coordination and administration of a large department, providing support to faculty, staff, and students.
Responsibilities will include:
- Faculty affairs related to RTPC hiring, review, and reappointment
- Supervision and coordination of daily operations in the main, undergraduate, and graduate offices
- Network with affiliated departments and Institutions to continue successful research and student opportunities and events
- Serving as the communication liaison for faculty, staff, and students participating in program events and activities
- Other duties as assigned by department administration
Salary range: The annual base salary range for this position is $82,791 – $86,000. 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 equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Master’s degree
Experience: 5 years of experience in program administration
Expertise: Directly related project management, program, and administrative experience. Strong website development, social media, oral, and written communication skills. Strong event and time management skills.
Required Documents and Additional Information:
- Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file).
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.
- 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.
The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 1 year, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Administrative support services
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