What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Coordinator I - Garrett Center Administrative Coordinator I (full-time, temporary) position at Sam Houston State University?
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code Â
This position is a pay grade 08. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, temporary, grant-funded position. The grant is expected to end on or before 09/30/2028, and the continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Office of the Dean - College of Education Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 01/06/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Two years of relevant administrative experience or experience in a related field. Experience in K-12 or Higher Education is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs administrative support for a multi-year grant and works collaboratively with the Garrett Center director and project coordinators to support individuals with disabilities transitioning to college and employment.
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinates with the Garrett Center director to manage daily operations, including maintaining current communications via the website, email, and social media. Recommends, coordinates, and implements internal policies, procedures, and workflows related to the Garrett Center and College of Education (COE). Attends meetings, takes and distributes notes. Maintains comprehensive records, analyzes data, and ensures the secure storage of confidential materials. Prepares, reviews, revises, and distributes reports, documents, and correspondence. Monitors project timelines and identifies potential risks to productivity. Conducts research for preparation and dissemination of information. Develops, coordinates, and implements assigned processes. Plans, coordinates, and supports SHSU and community events. Coordinates with COE travel coordinator to manage travel. Works with COE Grant Coordinator to monitor budgets and accounts and coordinate expenditures. Serves as liaison and maintains contact with other university departments, faculty, staff, and community members to provide an overview of services and resources. Provides daily organizational and administrative support duties for the Garrett Center, and other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
A thorough knowledge of office systems and the ability to solve operational issues. Willingness and ability to learn detailed knowledge of and implement SHSU and COE infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Ability to operate with a high level of accuracy and perform work of considerable complexity. Ability to identify and incorporate continuous changes in policies and procedures to ensure university and department compliance. Ability to be self-motivated and work independently. Communicate effectively with the Garrett Center director, faculty, staff, and administrative staff on and off campus. Position requires 5-10% of travel.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Temporary Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41850
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code Â
- 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
This position is a pay grade 08. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, temporary, grant-funded position. The grant is expected to end on or before 09/30/2028, and the continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Office of the Dean - College of Education Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 01/06/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Two years of relevant administrative experience or experience in a related field. Experience in K-12 or Higher Education is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs administrative support for a multi-year grant and works collaboratively with the Garrett Center director and project coordinators to support individuals with disabilities transitioning to college and employment.
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinates with the Garrett Center director to manage daily operations, including maintaining current communications via the website, email, and social media. Recommends, coordinates, and implements internal policies, procedures, and workflows related to the Garrett Center and College of Education (COE). Attends meetings, takes and distributes notes. Maintains comprehensive records, analyzes data, and ensures the secure storage of confidential materials. Prepares, reviews, revises, and distributes reports, documents, and correspondence. Monitors project timelines and identifies potential risks to productivity. Conducts research for preparation and dissemination of information. Develops, coordinates, and implements assigned processes. Plans, coordinates, and supports SHSU and community events. Coordinates with COE travel coordinator to manage travel. Works with COE Grant Coordinator to monitor budgets and accounts and coordinate expenditures. Serves as liaison and maintains contact with other university departments, faculty, staff, and community members to provide an overview of services and resources. Provides daily organizational and administrative support duties for the Garrett Center, and other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
A thorough knowledge of office systems and the ability to solve operational issues. Willingness and ability to learn detailed knowledge of and implement SHSU and COE infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Ability to operate with a high level of accuracy and perform work of considerable complexity. Ability to identify and incorporate continuous changes in policies and procedures to ensure university and department compliance. Ability to be self-motivated and work independently. Communicate effectively with the Garrett Center director, faculty, staff, and administrative staff on and off campus. Position requires 5-10% of travel.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Temporary Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41850
