Outreach and Administrative Assistant

Towson; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

A keynote academic institution seeks a Hybrid Outreach & Administrative Assistant to support the Critical Gender Studies Program. This role involves promoting the program to the community, providing administrative assistance, and coordinating events. Candidates should demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, be PC literate, and be familiar with social media platforms. A commitment to a weekly schedule and good customer service skills are essential. Hourly compensation is $18.00, with approximately 10-12 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with database management.
• Experience in graphic design is a plus.
• Must be punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Promote CGS Program activities in the community.
• Assist in developing outreach programs for student recruitment.
• Provide administrative support to the CGS Program.
• Update web content and maintain social media.
• Coordinate events and assist with special projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

PC literacy

Familiarity with social media

Event coordination

Customer service skills

Tools

Google Suite

Adobe programs

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Critical Gender Studies Program is looking for an OUTREACH & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT to be a key member of the unit. This position provides an opportunity to develop professional administrative skills and gain valuable experience in an ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT business environment.

OUTREACH & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

• Participate in and promote activities and events that promote the Critical Gender Studies (CGS) Program to the community and prospective students.
• Assist with the development and coordination of a culturally relevant outreach program to promote student recruitment to the program.
• Provide administrative assistance and support to the CGS Program.
• Update web content for CGS and maintain social media.
• Develop promotional materials (i.e., flyers) CGS activities and events and assist with promoting these events.
• Assist with planning and coordinating events, including purchasing supplies and catering orders.
• Assist with special projects.

Graphic design experience and familiarity with social media platforms and Google suite a plus.

Student may also be assigned special projects to complete independently, with minimal supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills and clear and concise communication skills with the ability to perform all duties in a professional manner.
• Candidate must also be flexible and have the ability to adapt to changing priorities and needs.
• Candidate must be PC literate and well versed in standard office programs such as Word and Excel
• Candidate must be able to use Google Forms, Documents, and Spreadsheets and have familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram
• Experience using Adobe programs, Photoshop or other editors such as Dreamweaver.
• Experience coordinating events, workshops, and social activities
• General office experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Able to work independently
• Must be punctual, reliable, positive, energetic, and have good customer service skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to research, gather and organize information to produce concise reports using databases, excel and/or Google sheets.
• Ability to independently initiate and track routine projects to completion.
• Ability to commit to a weekly schedule

Must pay UCSD Student Services fees each quarter working (must have paid WI’26 student services fees)

POSITION(S) OPEN: 1

Hours: 10-12 hrs/week

$18.00/hour

Preferred start date: 03/30/2026 (as soon as possible)

Location: Hybrid (combination of in-person at Social Sciences Building and remote work depending on assignment)

NOTICES

If you have relatives employed at UCSD, you must include the name, relationship and department where employed in your resume or cover letter. This information is used only for the purpose of complying with the University’s nepotism policy.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.