Administrative Associate I Jobs

Job Title

Administrative Associate I

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

College Of Arts, Sciences & Education

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

The Administrative Associate I works under supervision and performs entry-level administrative support work.

Salary Information: The expected rate of pay for this position is $14.37 per hour.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
• Applies, interprets, and communicates policies and procedures and serves as a resource for answering questions regarding policies.
• Posts information to agency records and modifies forms or records. Performs data entry and retrieval and maintains data files. Prepares and proofs materials for reports and other publications. Prepares, modifies, and verifies documents.
• Maintains office supplies and equipment. Maintains office reference materials including online office materials.
• Greets visitors, answers and screens calls, provides general information and referrals, and schedules appointments. Receives, sorts, and routes mail and performs other mail services.
• Makes arrangements for meetings, appointments, conferences, and travel.
• May deliver, pick up, or receive cash payments, documents, supplies, equipment, or materials.

Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One (1) year of experience
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education
• Experience with DocuSign, PDF formats, and video conferencing applications
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Two (2) years of related experience
• Familiarity with general office equipment

Other Requirements

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Organizational and decision-making skills (demonstrated ability to think critically)
• Accurate keyboarding ability
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Supervision Of Personnel

This position generally does not supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume and 3 professional reference's contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [email protected].

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service.Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment.A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex.With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs.A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees. Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 223-1360.