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Administrative Assistant

University of California - San Francisco
31.22 - 44.69
sick time
United States, California, San Francisco
1 Daniel Burnham Court (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2026
Please note: this will be fully on-site at Zuckerberg (ZSFG) campus. Duration of approximately six months; will include optional medical coverage, holiday pay and sick leave accrual.

The Administrative Assistant III provides critical administrative and operational support for the Division. This role is responsible for maintaining employee and client databases, ordering supplies, performing data entry, managing medical records, filing, faxing, and assisting with division-wide projects. The position supports daily program operations while ensuring compliance with Clinic and University standards.

Key Responsibilities

Program Assistant Duties
  • Support administrative operations for the Division.
  • Ensure custodial operations meet Clinic requirements.
  • Procure outside vendors (e.g., shredding, water, equipment repair, refuse/recycling services), ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with Clinic standards and contractual requirements.
  • Manage key and access assignments.
  • Shop for, organize, and maintain the food pantry for client distribution.

Administrative Support

  • Order, inventory, distribute, and store office supplies for six programs.
  • Answer telephones and route inquiries appropriately.
  • Update and distribute the Staff Directory.
  • Distribute mail and faxes.
  • Open and close client charts.
  • Perform filing and assist with other general office functions.

Program Support

  • Provide administrative support for 10+ clinicians and managers.
  • Manage client information in the Epic system (Department of Public Health database).
  • Monitor client Medi-Cal eligibility, UMDAP, and treatment plans; run weekly Avatar reports and ensure timely updates and cleanup.
  • Oversee client medical records for approximately 1,200 clients, including creating new records, ensuring quality, reorganizing files, and managing inventory and thinning processes.


Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED; and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.

  • Ability to work in a high-stress, high-volume environment and meet deadlines.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.

  • Ability to prepare written summaries, set priorities, and complete reports within required timeframes.

  • Proficiency with software packages including Excel, Access, Avatar, and internal UC systems; ability to recognize and correct data irregularities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach.

  • Working knowledge of applicable University policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and administrative tools.

  • Ability to use judgment and discretion to resolve operational issues, determine priorities, and recommend process improvements.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • College degree
  • Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology.

About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information


The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.


Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.


To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED; and three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.

  • Ability to work in a high-stress, high-volume environment and meet deadlines.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.

  • Ability to prepare written summaries, set priorities, and complete reports within required timeframes.

  • Proficiency with software packages including Excel, Access, Avatar, and internal UC systems; ability to recognize and correct data irregularities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach.

  • Working knowledge of applicable University policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and administrative tools.

  • Ability to use judgment and discretion to resolve operational issues, determine priorities, and recommend process improvements.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • College degree
  • Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology.
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