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Assistant to the Director (Remote)

Seattle, WA
$66,000 / Year

Embark on a rewarding administrative career journey with a world-class institution. The University of Washington is currently seeking a talented professional to drive excellence behind the scenes.


Job Overview

  • Company: University of Washington
  • Position: Assistant to the Director
  • Location: Seattle, WA (Remote)
  • Salary: $55,392 – $66,000 a year
  • Job Type: Part-Time (30 hours a week / 75.00% FTE)
  • Department: Microbiology

Primary Responsibilities

  • Perform complex monthly financial analysis, budget reconciliation, variance review, and trend identification using Workday Finance and Excel.
  • Coordinate HR-related processes, including appointments, payroll actions, and personnel transactions across UW systems.
  • Oversee and manage electronic system access for internal and external personnel under delegated authority.
  • Provide dedicated support for special projects and departmental priorities as assigned by the Director.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum Qualifications: Bachelorโ€™s degree in business, administration, finance, or a related field, alongside 1-2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Additional Requirements: Demonstrated experience in financial data analysis, high-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Desired Qualifications: Experience using Workday (Finance and/or HR modules), background in higher education administration, and familiarity with payroll processes.

Additional Context & Work Environment

This position is fully remote, offering a flexible and collaborative digital workspace. You will operate within a distributed team environment while maintaining close coordination with leadership and internal stakeholders across various enterprise platforms.

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