Senior Program Assistant, English & MFA in Writing

University of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of San Francisco seeks a Program Assistant IV for English and MFA in Writing on the Hilltop Campus. This full-time role provides essential administrative support to the English Department and the MFA in Writing program, helping create a welcoming environment and coordinating across offices and partners.

You will manage records, meetings, and events, recruit and train student workers, and handle confidential materials while supporting faculty and program leadership.

Qualifications

• Post high school education preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in administrative support and office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and operational support to run the program offices effectively.
• Organizes work and sets priorities under the guidance of department leadership.
• Collaborates across University departments and coordinates with faculty, students, staff, and external partners.
• Schedules meetings, takes minutes, and maintains record-keeping procedures.
• Handles confidential materials and assists with events to promote programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Time management

Education

Post high school education preferred

Job description

The University of San Francisco seeks a Program Assistant IV for English and MFA in Writing on the Hilltop Campus. This full-time role provides essential administrative support to the English Department and the MFA in Writing program, helping create a welcoming environment and coordinating across offices and partners.

You will manage records, meetings, and events, recruit and train student workers, and handle confidential materials while supporting faculty and program leadership.