Part-Time Administrative Coordinator

Classification Title:

OPS Administrative Coordinator

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

The STEM Translational Communication Center (STCC) within the College of Journalism and Communications is seeking a highly organized, customer service-oriented Part-Time Administrative Coordinator (20 hours weekly) to provide administrative and operational support. This position plays an important role in ensuring the efficient day-to-day functioning of the center while serving as a welcoming point of contact for faculty, external partners, staff, and students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide office reception and visitor support.
• Answer and direct phone calls, emails, and visitor inquiries.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, appointments, travel, and events.
• Maintain meeting notes, project databases, and other office records.
• Assist with preparing correspondence, newsletters, reports, and presentations.
• Process and track purchasing, invoices, and other administrative documentation.
• Coordinate office supplies and maintain inventory.
• Assist with event logistics, registration, and attendee communication.
• Support special projects and center initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• One year of office, administrative, or customer service experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Work Schedule:

• Part-Time (0.50 FTE)
• 20 hours per week
• Flexible schedule based on operational needs

Why Join Us?

The College of Journalism and Communications is dedicated to excellence in education, innovation, and service. The STEM Translational Communication Center is a research center that focuses on interdisciplinary projects designed to advance the quality and clarity of communication for science, health, and environmental issues. The center is comprised of several CJC faculty and offers a collaborative environment where employees contribute to meaningful programs that support STEM researchers, communication researchers, instructors, students, industry experts, and the broader community.

Apply today and join a team committed to making a positive impact throughout standing service and support.

Expected Salary:

$18.00-$20.00 per hour

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education or a university environment.
• Experience with UF administrative systems.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.• Experience supporting events, programs, or student services.
• Excellent note-taking and organizational skills.
• Strong professional communication skills, with a customer service mindset.
• Proficiency in technology and office equipment and ability to learn new tools.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, please upload cover letter, resume, and three references for consideration.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call View phone number on us.fitly.work or the
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For additional questions or more information, please contact search chair Benjamin Johnson at
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Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a
professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation
Services (NACES), which can be found at The application packet will be submitted as
one PDF file through the UF Jobs website at All candidates for employment are subject to
a pre-employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of
education.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Laws require that all documents relating to the search process, including
letters of application, nomination and reference, be available for public inspection.

Health Assessment Required:No