SARE Administrative Assistant

Toggle navigation SARE Administrative Assistant The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the Clery Act button in the sidebar menu. Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check. For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate's experience level and length. Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application! Position Details Position Details Advertising/Posting Title SARE Administrative Assistant Posting Summary This role provides comprehensive administrative and grant support, with a primary focus on service provider contracting and invoice processing. Responsibilities include coordinating contracts and payments for service providers, supporting grant application and review processes, and providing logistical and clerical support to staff and governing committees. The position also supports meeting coordination, maintains standard operating procedures, and ensures continuity of operations during peak periods or staff absences, with additional duties assigned as needed. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Associate degree plus one to three years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required. Familiarity with office applications including Excel, Word Processing, and Outlook. Excellent writing skills, effective oral communication, attention to detail and good organizational skills required. Desirable Qualifications Anticipated Pay Range $24.00 to $27.00 per hour Other Information This position will be based out of the South Burlington Extension Office and is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement in accordance with the university telecommuting policy. Some non-standard work hours required. Travel to two annual Administrative Council meetings per year. Limited number of virtual meetings may occur outside of normal business hours. Special Conditions Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location South Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 04/27/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled No Our Common Ground Statement The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of

Our Common Ground:

Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties. Position Information Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC2 N Posting Number S6064PO Department Ext - SARE/50056 Position Number 00025805 Percent of Full-Time 1.00 Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5 Term (months per year) 12 Supplemental Questions Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Chronicle of Higher Education HigherEdJobs Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Seven Days UVM Employee (Please specify below) UVM Employment Web Site Vermont JobLink (Department of Labor) Other (Please specify below) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents Curriculum Vitae