The USC Korean Studies Institute is seeking a program specialist to perform various administrative assignments and tasks that involve interactions with faculty, staff and students. The Program Specialist will play an integral role in managing the Institute’s signature academic programs and operations.

Duties include:

• Assist with management of academic programs, such as managing email correspondences, scheduling and coordinating meetings, travel arrangements, etc.
• Provide support for the onboarding of external fellows and graduate assistants
• Coordinate conferences, meetings, workshops and other public relations functions. Arrange with vendors for sites, facilities, catering and guest accommodations
• Provide assistance to faculty and students for administrative matters such as Workday and finance reimbursements
• Supervise student staff
• Manage social media
• Assist in maintaining office equipment and purchases

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree and previous experience in a similar position in an academic setting
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Suite, Zoom and social media platforms
• High level of professionalism in the handling of confidential information

Hourly range: The hourly rate range for this position is $28.20 - $31. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerationsSalary range:

This position is funded on gift accounts.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Documents and Additional Information:

• Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.
• USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.

The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.