Office Assistant I

The University of Southern California (USC) Primary Care Physician Assistant Program, part of the Department of Family Medicine, is seeking an energetic, organized, and team-oriented Office Assistant I to join our collaborative team.

This full-time, in-person role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic academic environment and engaging with graduate students, faculty, staff, and prospective applicants. The selected candidate will serve as the front-facing point of contact for the PA Program and will work closely with the Admissions Team, supporting the admissions process and helping coordinate key program activities and events.

This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a program dedicated to educating and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

General Office Support

• Serve as the program receptionist, answering phones, responding to the program email inbox, greeting visitors, and managing incoming mail

• Coordinate and book rooms for meetings and program activities

• Assist with creating and distributing program communications (Mailchimp announcements, brochures, flyers, and promotional materials)

• Support planning and coordination of program events including orientation, interview days, and committee meetings

• Communicate effectively with prospective applicants, faculty, staff, and students via in-person, virtual, email, and telephone communication

• Perform general administrative tasks including data entry, e-filing, document preparation, and operating office equipment

Admissions Support (Primary Focus – ~90%)

• Assist with application processing, including downloading applications and processing payments

• Prepare agendas and record meeting minutes for admissions-related meetings

• Support the Admissions Team with interview days, information sessions, orientation, graduate fairs, and selection committee meetings

• Provide administrative coordination for admissions activities and related communications

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or combined experience/education as a substitute for minimum education
• At least 3 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Proficiency with Mac systems and Microsoft Excel

• Experience working in a university or higher education environment

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Location: Alhambra, CA
Position: Office Assistant I (Full-Time, In-Person)
Work Hours: 7.5 hours daily

Application Instructions

Please apply with a resume and cover letter

The hourly rate range for this position is $23 - $23.50. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations

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