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Public Policy Program Student Services Specialist - Hybrid Opportunity

Staff / Administration

2026-05-10

Location

Stanford campus (Hybrid)

Stanford University

Type

Full-time (100% FTE), Non-exempt, Hybrid

Salary

$34.36 - $40.29 per hour

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree + 1 year relevant experience
Strong written/verbal communication
Microsoft Office Suite
Customer service skills
Office administration
Compliance with policies/regulations
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Public Policy Program Student Services Specialist - Hybrid Opportunity

Public Policy Program Student Services Specialist - Hybrid Opportunity

This position has been deemed critical by the School of Humanities and Sciences Dean’s Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze.

The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 24 departments and 25 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university’s largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major.

Department/Program Description:

Stanford Public Policy is an innovative interdisciplinary program connecting the theoretical and analytical tools of economics, political science, philosophy, psychology, and law with their real-world policy applications. The program has a vibrant undergraduate major and graduate program with affiliated faculty and lecturers from across campus.

The Program in Public Policy in the School of Humanities and Sciences seeks a Student Services Specialist to join the team. The Student Services Specialist works primarily with the undergraduate student population, monitoring degree progress as well as managing the course scheduling for the program’s graduate and undergraduate curriculum. The position also provides general administrative support for the program, manages events, and handles the program’s web and social media content. We are a strong team that encourages collaboration, opportunities for professional growth, and positive working experience for all of our team members. The position reports to the Program Director of Finance and Operations.

The position provides administrative and operational support to faculty, staff, and students on issues regarding admission, financial aid, housing, registrar services, visa services, student life, advising, career counseling, and academic services. Resolves routine issues of limited scope within the work area using general guidelines and standards or precedents as reference.

This is a 100% FTE, non-exempt hybrid position. This position will be based on the Stanford campus and will be considered for an option of telecommuting (hybrid of working on-site and off-site), subject to operational need.

If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills, and abilities, we encourage you to apply. For full consideration, please submit your résumé and cover letter along with your online application.

CORE DUTIES:

  • Review documents and forms for completeness, track files for follow up and distribute for review.
  • Research and resolve routine issues, refer complex issues to other staff.
  • Input data, update electronic databases, websites, literature, and associated materials. May collect, gather and validate data, prepare basic reports.
  • Coordinate logistics for outreach activities, meetings, and events.
  • Respond to routine inquiries from students, faculty, external constituents, and staff.
  • Serve as a subject matter resource to students and other departments.
  • Contribute to general office administration and process improvements.
  • May train and direct day to day activities of student and temporary workers.

* - Other duties may also be assigned

Education & Experience:

Associates degree and one year of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Basic office administration skills.
  • Ability to learn compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.

The expected pay range for this position is $34.36 to $40.29 per hour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

📚What qualifications are required for the Student Services Specialist role at Stanford Public Policy?

Candidates need an Associate's degree and one year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination. Key skills include strong written and verbal communication, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, customer service, basic office administration, and ability to learn compliance with legal, financial, and university policies. Explore more administration jobs or higher ed admin roles for similar opportunities.

📋What are the core duties of this Public Policy Program Student Services Specialist position?

Core duties include reviewing documents for completeness, researching and resolving routine issues, inputting data into databases and websites, coordinating logistics for outreach, meetings, and events, responding to inquiries, serving as a subject matter resource, contributing to office administration, and potentially training student workers. Focus is on undergraduate degree progress, course scheduling, events, web/social media. See higher ed career advice.

💻Is this Student Services Specialist job hybrid, and what is the work arrangement?

Yes, this is a 100% FTE, non-exempt hybrid position based on the Stanford campus with telecommuting options subject to operational needs. It supports admission, financial aid, registrar services, advising, and more for Public Policy students. Check remote higher ed jobs for similar flexible roles.

💰What is the salary range for the Stanford Public Policy Student Services Specialist?

The expected pay range is $34.36 to $40.29 per hour. This reflects the staff/administration role in the School of Humanities and Sciences. View university salaries and administration jobs for comparisons.

📝How do I apply for this hybrid Student Services Specialist position at Stanford?

Submit your résumé and cover letter with your online application for full consideration. The position is exempt from the hiring freeze and reports to the Program Director of Finance and Operations. Use our free resume template and free cover letter template to prepare. Deadline: May 10, 2026.

👥What support does this role provide in Stanford's Public Policy Program?

The role monitors undergraduate degree progress, manages course scheduling for graduate/undergraduate curriculum, handles events, web/social media, and provides admin support on admission, financial aid, housing, visa services, advising, and career counseling. It's part of a collaborative team in the higher ed admin space.
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