"Temporary Academic Support Coordinator"

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

Your Role on the Team

The Academic Support Coordinator provides direct support to students through academic advising and the coordination of programs that promote academic success. This role also assists with planning workshops and seminars, managing purchasing needs through the Kuali Financial System (KFS), and collaborating with staff across the entire department.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Advise and support students on academic progress, success strategies, and university resources.
• Coordinate and facilitate student workshops, seminars, and academic support programs.
• Assist with event planning, logistics, and scheduling for meetings and departmental activities.
• Support administrative functions such as report creation, taking meeting minutes, and processing purchases.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Experience in higher education, academic advising, and event planning.
• Strong administrative support skills, including scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and preparing reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, and Google Drive.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions in English.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with the UC system and university administrative processes.
• Experience using Kuali Financial System (KFS) or similar purchasing systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a student-centered environment.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$28.88/hour - $34.10/hour