Emergency Hire Administrative Coordinator - Center for Health Research

Job Summary
In collaboration with the Grants Development staff, Sponsored Program staff, and CHR Principal Investigators, assist in making purchases as well as monitoring budgets related to CHR’s externally funded grants, which involve approximately ten large scale trials and $20 million in direct and indirect costs. Monitor and reconcile budget transactions and resolve discrepancies. This also includes but is not limited to completing purchases requests, reconciling ProCards purchases, assisting with travel forms and reimbursements, submitting and tracking invoices. Coordinate CHR purchase requisitions, handle payroll related items/paperwork for faculty, staff, and student assistants, facilities management (i.e. facility schedules and facilities work orders), and related administrative paperwork necessary for the function of the Center. Work closely with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and regularly track and monitor budgets of CHR’s extramural funding, research grants, discretionary and future funding streams through use of current Cal Poly state and corporation financial planning software (e.g., Dashboards and BOE). Coordinate scheduling, completion, and ongoing maintenance of required trainings and certifications in compliance with campus, corporation, community partner, federal, and other policies for human subject research. Compile reports for funding agencies and periodic Center reports. Provide administrative support for the Mobile Health Unit (MHU) to schedule vehicle repairs, pay vehicle insurance, inform about parking requirements and regulations, track expenses and monitor budget for the MHU and the purchasing of medical supplies.
Education and Experience

• High school diploma or its equivalent. Type 45 wpm. Five (5) years of general office support experience. (Training at a vocational school or full-time college education may be substituted for two years of the required experience on the basis of one year of college education for 6 months of experience.)

Salary:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $25.19 - $27.81 per hour

Classification Range: $25.19 - $36.70 per hour

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly

Known for its Learn by Doing pedagogy, Cal Poly is the flagship of the world-renowned California State University system. Annually recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation, Cal Poly continues to offer an academic curriculum based on learned experience gained through real-world practice. Located in San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly is nestled comfortably among the coastal foothills, minutes from the Pacific Ocean and equidistant to the Bay Area and Los Angeles.

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants for staff and management positions must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Advertised: Nov 25 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

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• California Polytechnic State University

• 805-756-2236

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