Administrative Specialist-Movement Disorder at University of South Florida

Tampa, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

48636.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Office Support, Administrative Support, Managing Incoming Calls, Appointment Confirmation, Preparing Correspondence, Report Preparation, File Maintenance, Database Maintenance, Calendar Coordination, Schedule Coordination, Travel Arrangement, Purchasing Transactions, Leave Administration, Clerical Duties, Clinical Support

Industry

Higher Education

Description

The Administrative Specialist provides comprehensive office and administrative support for the Byrd Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at USF. This position performs a wide range of operational and clerical duties to support daily departmental functions, including managing incoming calls, conducting appointment confirmation calls, preparing correspondence and reports, maintaining files and departmental databases, coordinating calendars and schedules, and arranging travel. The role also assists with initiating and processing purchasing transactions and supporting leave administration, ensuring efficient and organized operations in support of clinical, research, and administrative activities. This is a Time-Limited Position. Grant-funded. Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts. About USF The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu. Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Responsibilities

The Administrative Specialist provides comprehensive office and administrative support for the Byrd Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center, performing operational and clerical duties like managing calls, confirming appointments, and preparing correspondence. This role also assists with purchasing transactions, leave administration, calendar coordination, and travel arrangements to ensure efficient departmental operations.