Academic Operations Specialist — Faculty Support

University of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement options

Annual leave

12 paid holidays

Tuition waivers

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

The University of Alaska is seeking a self-motivated Faculty Support Specialist to join the Dean’s Office at UAA. This full-time role provides administrative and operational support to CBPP faculty and staff, coordinating events, equipment planning, and day-to-day office functions.

The ideal candidate manages multiple priorities with accuracy, communicates effectively, and leverages Microsoft Office and databases to support academic operations and distance learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and two years of related administrative experience.
• Experience coordinating, creating, and leading projects.
• Experience supporting higher education administration and events.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to CBPP faculty and staff.
• Coordinate events, equipment planning, and day-to-day office operations.
• Support academic policies, records, deadlines, and project-based activities.
• Assist with distance learning and digital media needs as appropriate.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

The University of Alaska is seeking a self-motivated Faculty Support Specialist to join the Dean’s Office at UAA. This full-time role provides administrative and operational support to CBPP faculty and staff, coordinating events, equipment planning, and day-to-day office functions.

The ideal candidate manages multiple priorities with accuracy, communicates effectively, and leverages Microsoft Office and databases to support academic operations and distance learning initiatives.