Job Information
Texas Tech University Senior Administrative Assistant in Lubbock, Texas
37879BR
Extended Job Title:
Senior Administrative Assistant
Position Description:
Serves as the principal clerical and administrative support position to an administrative officer. Performs responsible and complex administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work is performed under general supervision from the administrator. Direct supervision of subordinate personnel may be included in the job responsibilities.
Requisition ID:
37879BR
Travel Required:
None
Major/Essential Functions:
Provide administrative support for the Associate Vice Chancellor and Deputy CFO, Office of Treasury, Office of Risk Management and TTUS Controller and Accounting.
Provide business support, including but not limited to: planning, coordinating, and scheduling meetings and events, managing calendar, maintaining organized files and records, processing mail.
Coordinate financial and business functions including budget monitoring, expense analysis, assistance with hiring and position management, department procurement, travel arrangements, inventory and supply management, document retention.
Support strategic department initiatives by preparing and/or coordinating job/work aids, website updates, policy update coordination, and other special projects as assigned.
Strive to positively impact department morale by coordinating employee activities, programs, or celebrations and preparation of related materials, communication, and scheduling.
Live and promote the values of the Texas Tech University System: People First, Integrity, Community, Respect and Exemplary Service.
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
17.77
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Schedule Details:
8-5pm Monday-Friday
Work Location:
Lubbock
Department:
TTUS Chief Financial Officer
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Executive and Admin Assistants
Occasional Duties:
Special projects as assigned by the Associate Vice Chancellor and Deputy Chief Financial Officer.
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in clerical/administrative area. Two years progressively responsible administrative or related experience, including one-year supervisory experience. Additional job related experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
About the Department and/or College:
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for the overall financial health and sustainability of the Texas Tech University System. Under the guidance of James Mauldin, vice chancellor and CFO, the office serves as a financial liaison to the board, foundation, donors, state agencies, management and the TTU System’s component institutions and TTU System Administration.
The office supports the strategic priorities of the TTU System and the individual missions of each component institution by identifying financial strategies that best utilize resources and manage risk. The office counsels leadership on the long-term obligations of the institution and collaborates with the TTU System’s component entities to ensure uniform compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Additionally, the office provides a multitude of business services and serves as a resource for the Office of the Chancellor and other areas of the TTU System Administration.
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.