Administrative Assistant II

The Administrative Assistant II provides administrative support to the Chair’s Office within the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health (DFMCH). Serving as a primary point of contact, this position welcomes and assists visitors, faculty, and staff, while also managing expense reimbursement processing for 14 of the department’s 18 clinics.

As a member of the Chair’s Office team, the Administrative Assistant II coordinates logistics for monthly Town Hall meetings, supports departmental projects by tracking timelines and deliverables, and assists with day-to-day office operations, including ordering supplies and managing mailing and packaging needs. The position also oversees student office assistants, coordinates front desk coverage, and leads student projects to ensure efficient office operations.

In addition, this role supports initiatives led by the Assistant Administrative Director, contributing to the successful coordination and execution of departmental priorities, operational improvements, and strategic initiatives across DFMCH.

• This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. This position is expected to work onsite Tuesday through Friday and work remotely on Monday.

• Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration:

• Knowledge of purchasing and expense reimbursement processes, including preparing, submitting, and tracking purchases, invoices and reimbursement requests in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with audiences, including faculty, staff, senior leaders, and other members of the campus community.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and maintain accuracy with frequent interruptions.

• Demonstrated time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities, adapt to interruptions, and consistently meet deadlines.

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, analyze information, develop practical solutions, and exercise sound judgment.

• Co-trains and oversees student workers on front desk duties, including but not limited to, coordinating front desk coverage, mail in/out, answering phones, helping with assigned projects, and processing building access/key requests.  

• Reviews expense reimbursement requests for completeness, follows up on missing documentation or information, and prepares and submits reimbursements in Oracle for processing. 

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations

• Serves as a first point of contact for individuals and groups, provides basic organizational information via phone, in person and through other communication mediums, and routes more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities

• Collects, analyzes, and prepares various communication materials from established sources utilizing technology mediums

• Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures under general supervision

• Maintains established methods and organizational systems directed at the maintenance of electronic/physical records related to work operations according to established policies and procedures

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, Administration – Department Office

The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health (DFMCH) at the University of Wisconsin is a leading clinical department within the School of Medicine and Public Health. DFMCH is dedicated to advancing patient care, education, and research. Our 18 clinics provide primary care to more than 170,000 patients, yielding over 375,000 patient visits annually. Each year, we train more than 160 residents (at sponsored and academic partner sites) and 300 medical students. Learn more: https://www.fammed.wisc.edu/.  

The starting hourly wage for the position is $23.00 per hour; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and SMPH University Staff Benefits Flyer 2026.

• Experience coordinating meetings and providing administrative support for projects, schedules, and departmental initiatives.
• Experience working in an administrative setting and/or medical office environment.

• Experience using Oracle software, including the ability to navigate the system, enter and retrieve data, and process transactions accurately.
• Experience using Smartsheet to create, maintain, and track spreadsheets, reports, workflows, and project-related information.
• Knowledge of purchasing and expense reimbursement processes, including preparing, submitting, and tracking purchases, invoices and reimbursement requests in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

H.S. Diploma preferred.  

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• Cover letter required
• Resume required

Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work. 

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

Paige Steinert, [email protected], 608-890-1740

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. 

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