Program Assistant I

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

 

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

 

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

 

The Fred Hutch Travel and Transportation Department is seeking a full-time Program Assistant. This position provides administrative and operational support to the Manager, assisting with the implementation of departmental policies and procedures while completing routine and special assignments or projects. The Program Assistant works under general supervision and exercises sound judgment in carrying out assigned responsibilities in accordance with department policies and procedures.

The primary focus of the Program Assistant is the issuance and administration of parking permits, ORCA cards, ID badges, and brass keys. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Assist Manager in the day-to-day implementation of department policies and procedures.
• Complete routine and special assignments or projects as assigned.
• Assist internal customers with transportation-related needs and inquiries.
• Serve as department liaison, and escalating non-routine issues to the Manager as appropriate.
• Collect information and prepare reports on department performance for Manager review.
• Maintain accurate and complete departmental records, files, and filing systems in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform administrative duties to include: outlook e-mail correspondence, data entry, requisition submittals to purchase goods through Center procurement.
• Answer department phone and provide information within the department guidelines.
• Perform other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduation or GED.
• Minimum of one year experience in program specialty or a related field.
• Proficiency in administrative support functions, including telephone reception, organization, and record-keeping.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in a customer service-related job.

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The hourly pay range for this position is from $23.33 to $33.21 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship at this time.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.