Administrative Assistant 2 (Temporary)
Seattle
Wednesday, 03 June 2026
Administrative Support for Teaching@UW programs - 90%Specific duties/responsibilities include:Schedule all program- and event-related meetings and manage Outlook invitations. Organize and vet nomination, application, and review materials for UW’s Distinguished Teaching Awards (UW Seattle faculty members), UW Distinguished Teaching Award for Teams (tri-campus); and the Excellence in Teaching Awards (graduate students). Field inquiries from UW Distinguished and Excellence in Teaching Award nominees, nominators, and applicants. Create, test, and refine registration and application forms. Reserve meeting and event spaces. Create and send program certificates for Teaching Online 101 and AI Teaching participants. Handle food/beverage arrangements. Complete basic tasks in the Canvas learning management system. Work with the Executive Office Shared Services team and departmental administrators to facilitate payment processing for program participants and invited guests. Other Duties as Assigned - 10%Required Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Minimum Qualifications Requires High School/ GED AND two years of office or administrative support experience. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated record of successful collaboration. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience with scheduling tools and practices. Experience working and collaborating in a hybrid work environment. Experience working in higher education. Experience with Google suite, Microsoft Office suite, and Slack. Experience with event registration software, such as Trumba. Experience with learning management systems, such as Canvas. Experience communicating with faculty.