Temporary Specialized Professional Pool

University of Virginia

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About The Position

UVA Temps is an in-house agency that recruits a labor force of qualified candidates and places them in a range of temporary positions across the University.
Temporary Specialized Professional assignments offer flexible and meaningful work opportunities that can range from short-term projects lasting a few days to longer engagements with no predetermined end date. Assignment length and scope vary based on the evolving needs of our university partners.
We seek talented professionals with diverse expertise who are interested in contributing their skills through part-time or full-time temporary assignments. These roles provide an opportunity to support impactful initiatives, gain valuable experience, and collaborate across a wide range of professional environments at UVA.
Examples of roles filled by Temporary Specialized Professional employees include:
Human Resources Professional
Graphic Designer
Grants and Contracts
Project Manager
Lab Manager
Clinical Research Coordinator
Compliance Specialist
Technical Trainer or Instructor
Architect
Engineer
Public Relations & Marketing Specialist
Social Media Manager
Special Collections Assistant or Curator
Join us in supporting innovative projects and advancing the mission of the University through flexible professional opportunities.
Qualifications Overview
Experience, education, and physical requirements vary depending on the specific temporary role being filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Advanced knowledge of principles and practices within a designated professional field
• Demonstrated professional-level customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to learn and train on new computerized systems
• Strong attention to detail, sound problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to maintain confidentiality while managing competing priorities
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, patients, vendors, and visitors in a professional university environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Relevant certification or professional licensure (as applicable).
• One or more years of experience in a related professional field, preferably within an academic environment
• Familiarity with University of Virginia policies, procedures, and internal systems such as Workday, SIS, Salesforce, and Advance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees