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Administrative Associate 3

Staff

May 10, 2026

Location

Stanford University

Type

Staff / Administration

Salary

$39.20 to $45.56 per hour

Required Qualifications

High school diploma + 4 years admin experience
Advanced computer skills (office software, email, Zoom, Adobe)
Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail
Strong verbal/written communication
Ability to prioritize, multitask & exercise judgment
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Administrative Associate 3

The Department of Neurology is seeking an Administrative Associate 3 to provide administrative and operational support in the Divisions of for Neurology divisions of Hospitalist, IONM, and the Vice Chair of Quality.

The Administrative Associate will be responsible for independently managing a wide array of administrative tasks including (but not limited to), general support for the Division Chief and faculty, calendar management, meeting scheduling, preparation and oversight of complex financial transactions and coordination of faculty and fellowship applicant interviews for Neurology divisions of Hospitalist, IONM, and the Vice Chair of Quality. Other key tasks include conference planning and execution, and assisting with onboarding of new hires and visiting scholars. Planning, communication, independent problem-solving and strong time-management skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be exceptionally organized and pro-active. We seek a self-starter who is comfortable working independently as well as with a team, demonstrates administrative professionalism, outstanding relationship building skills and is resilient and resourceful in adapting to new tasks and changing circumstances.

Duties include:

  • Act on behalf of the supervisor, department manager, or chair in regards to establishing priorities and identifying and resolving problems that are administrative in nature.
  • Oversee and/or perform duties associated with scheduling, organizing, and operating complex conferences, seminars, and events, including arranging with vendors for services, overseeing the production and distribution of materials, administering logistics, and managing event within budget.
  • Compose and draft documents and correspondence for presentations, course handouts, grants, conferences, seminars, and reports; perform substantial editing and fact checking. Create, maintain, modify, and/or ensure accuracy of content in various unit documents, displays, reports, brochures, social media, and/or websites.
  • Plan and schedule calendar(s) with limited consultation, resolve calendaring conflicts, and arrange travel in compliance with unit, university, and sponsor policies.
  • Create complex reports and spreadsheets which may utilize specialized software and systems.
  • Oversee and/or process a variety of complex financial transactions; produce, monitor, and reconcile budget statements; research, identify, and resolve discrepancies. May assist with capital or special equipment requests and/or vendor selection.
  • Coordinate and monitor routine maintenance services completion. Plan and coordinate office moves and/or minor renovation projects.
  • May lead staff or supervise day-to-day work of student and/or temporary workers, including scheduling, assigning, and prioritizing workloads, setting appropriate deadlines, reviewing work for quality and timeliness, and providing performance review input.

- Other duties may also be assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
  • Adept with technology (Zoom, Adobe, etc)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

High school diploma and four years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

  • Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
  • Demonstrated success in following through and completing projects.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and assign work to others.
  • Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
  • Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
  • Frequently sitting.
  • Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
  • Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORK STANDARDS:

  • Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
  • Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
  • Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $39.20 to $45.56 per hour.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

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Frequently Asked Questions

📚What are the required qualifications for the Administrative Associate 3 position?

The minimum requirements include a high school diploma and four years of administrative experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience. Key knowledge, skills, and abilities include advanced computer skills with office software and email, excellent organizational skills, strong communication, customer service, ability to prioritize and multitask, and independent judgment. Explore more administrative jobs at Stanford.

📋What are the main duties and responsibilities?

Duties include acting on behalf of supervisors for priority setting and problem-solving, overseeing complex conferences and events, composing/editing documents, calendar and travel scheduling, creating complex reports and spreadsheets, processing financial transactions and budgets, coordinating maintenance/office moves, and potentially leading staff. Focus on Neurology divisions: Hospitalist, IONM, and Vice Chair of Quality. See similar roles in administration jobs.

💰What is the salary range and benefits for this role?

The expected pay range is $39.20 to $45.56 per hour, based on qualifications and factors like scope and market pay. Stanford offers a comprehensive rewards package including benefits; details at Cardinal at Work. Compare with university salaries.

🛠️What desired qualifications and skills are preferred?

Desired: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, advanced computer skills, experience with office software, email, and tech like Zoom and Adobe. Be a self-starter with proactive problem-solving. Check higher ed career advice for tips.

🏋️What are the physical requirements and work standards?

Primarily desk-based computer tasks and sitting; occasionally stand/walk, reach, grasp, use telephone, lift up to 10 pounds. Rare bending/kneeling. Must demonstrate interpersonal skills, promote culture of safety, and comply with University policies. Reasonable accommodations provided. View higher ed jobs standards.

📄How does one apply for this Stanford administrative position?

Applications are open until May 10, 2026. Submit via Stanford's hiring process; contact HR for accommodations using their contact form. Tailor your resume with our free resume template. Stanford is an EEO/AA employer.
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