Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Department Chair, this position coordinates administrative support for the department including, but not limited to, reception, resolving student-related issues, event support, procurement, class scheduling, and general administrative support for the faculty, technical staff, department scheduler, and department chair. It is essential that the incumbent fosters a welcoming and helpful environment for those visiting the department office. This position is critical to student success as it provides procedural knowledge, support, and direction to Cal Poly students in matters pertaining to the department and university.

Administrative support staff within the College of Engineering primarily support their individual home department, while working as part of a broader team of administrative staff and in collaboration with their peers in other departments and the dean’s office. The administrative team shares ideas...