Strategic Administrative Assistant for Environment Programs

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Temporary position

Job summary

The University of Washington’s Program on the Environment seeks an Administrative Assistant 3 to support HR, payroll, scheduling, events, and communications. You will liaise with the dean’s office, faculty, and staff, ensuring efficient operations and accurate records.

Responsibilities include processing payroll in Workday, coordinating searches, maintaining budgets, and supporting Capstone activities. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills in a dynamic academic

Qualifications

• Requires high school/GED and three years office or administrative support experience.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.
• Experience verifying employment eligibility and processing payroll is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as HR contact to support recruitment, hiring, and employment actions.
• Process payroll lifecycle tasks in Workday and manage time/absence records.
• Assist with budgeting, cost allocations, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate scheduling, classrooms, and events for PoE programs.
• Maintain records and support program communications and documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Workday

Job description

The University of Washington’s Program on the Environment seeks an Administrative Assistant 3 to support HR, payroll, scheduling, events, and communications. You will liaise with the dean’s office, faculty, and staff, ensuring efficient operations and accurate records.

Responsibilities include processing payroll in Workday, coordinating searches, maintaining budgets, and supporting Capstone activities. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills in a dynamic academic