Admin Support Specialist: Grad Programs & Events (Hybrid)

The California State University; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,785 - 56,826; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Retirement benefits (CalPERS)

Health coverage

Education support (tuition waiver)

Job summary

San Diego State University is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant to join the Department of Economics. The role supports day‑to‑day operations, graduate program administration, event coordination, and budget/purchasing activities, serving as a key contact for students, faculty, and external stakeholders.

The position is full‑time and benefits‑eligible, with non‑exempt status and standard weekday hours; one day of telecommuting after training is possible, with onsite work in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Highly organized, motivated professional with strong administrative skills.
• Excellent customer service and front‑office support abilities.
• Strong calendar, records, and communications management.

Responsibilities

• Operational and front‑office support for day‑to‑day operations.
• Graduate program administration including forms, onboarding, and communications.
• Event coordination for department seminars and related activities.
• Budget and purchasing support including travel, reimbursements, and expenditures.

Job description

San Diego State University is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant to join the Department of Economics. The role supports day‑to‑day operations, graduate program administration, event coordination, and budget/purchasing activities, serving as a key contact for students, faculty, and external stakeholders.

The position is full‑time and benefits‑eligible, with non‑exempt status and standard weekday hours; one day of telecommuting after training is possible, with onsite work in San Diego.