Temporary Office Operations & Administrative Associate

About The Foundation The Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health, in partnership with Stanford Medicine and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, unlocks philanthropy to transform health for children and families in Northern California – and around the world. Through fundraising and grantmaking, the Foundation drives scientific research, innovation, and policy change that will improve care, advance cures, and reform healthcare systems for this and future generations. Role Overview The Temporary Office Operations & Administrative Associate serves as the welcoming face of the Foundation, ensuring a seamless office experience while supporting other administrative functions. The role manages front desk operations and provides general administrative support under the Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives. Location: Palo Alto, CA (onsite, Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑5 pm). Duration: temporary full‑time, approximately two months, from August through October 2026. Compensation: $27‑$30.81 per hour. Responsibilities Greet guests and manage phone coverage for the Foundation’s main line. Maintain the overall appearance and functionality of office and kitchen spaces across two suites, including stocking supplies and coordinating shared spaces. Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages. Order office supplies as needed. Maintain and update front desk and office operations documentation and procedures. Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience in office administration or a related administrative role. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with a strong customer‑service orientation. Experience supporting day‑to‑day office operations in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Comfort handling sensitive or confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new systems and technology platforms. Strong follow‑through, reliability, and accountability in managing tasks and deadlines. Ability to adapt quickly, prioritize effectively, and remain composed in a dynamic environment. Preferred Experience Office vendor management, facilities coordination, or workplace operations. Experience in a nonprofit, healthcare, higher education, or mission‑driven organization. Supportfront desk or reception operations in a professional office setting. Benefits Generous leave, including PTO and holidays. Premium medical and dental coverage. FSA and dependent care FSA. Employer‑paid life insurance. Legal services plan. Commuter benefits, including CalTrain “Go Pass” program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health