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College Station, TX

Full time

R-096563

Job Title

Administrative Coordinator II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Political Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What We Want

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Coordinator II to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support. The ideal candidate excels at managing multiple priorities simultaneously, exercising sound judgment and discretion while ensuring efficient workflows and compliance with established procedures. Success in this role requires strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. The Administrative Coordinator II is a collaborative professional with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective working relationships across all levels of the organization. Strong planning, coordination, and organizational abilities are essential to support daily operations, drive productivity, and contribute to the overall success of the team.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section .

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three years of experience in office administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.

• Interpersonal and communication skills.

• Planning and organization skills.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Manages and coordinates the department's web page updates, ensuring content is current, accurate, and effectively reflects departmental information and news.

• Develops and executes the department's social media strategy, including creating, curating, and scheduling engaging content across relevant platforms to enhance brand awareness and foster community engagement.

• Plans and oversees department-level events, meetings, and conferences, including logistical coordination, communication with attendees and speakers, and ensuring successful execution.

• Supports and promotes current and former student engagement initiatives and events, fostering strong connections with students and alumni.

• Assists in the organization and execution of special functions and projects, ensuring seamless coordination and timely completion.

Administrative Support Coordination

• Monitors office procedures and ensures strict adherence to departmental and university protocols.

• Drafts, edits, and proofreads correspondence, reports, publications, and presentations, providing constructive suggestions for improvement.

• Manages office records retention, maintaining comprehensive office references and resource materials.

• Coordinates the maintenance of office supplies and equipment, ensuring availability and optimal functionality.

• Recommends and implements process improvements and administrative changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Provides training and daily supervision for student workers.

• Performs word processing, desktop publishing, presentation, and data management activities with proficiency.

• Prepares, modifies, and verifies documents.

• Cross-trains other staff and student employees, fostering knowledge transfer and redundancy within the administrative team.

• Communicates effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Departmental Operations Support

• Coordinates and oversees administrative support functions, activities, and services.

• Coordinates travel arrangements and develops detailed itineraries for unit personnel.

• Plans and coordinates meetings, seminars, and other special events, including scheduling conference rooms, video conferencing, and logistical support.

• Serves as the Departmental Parking Representative (DPR), managing parking-related matters for the unit.

• Provides secondary coverage for front desk operations as needed, maintaining a welcoming and efficient reception area.

• Supports staff and faculty with general operational tasks, contributing to the overall smooth functioning of the unit.

• Assists in coordinating daily business workflow and resolving complex and highly sensitive administrative matters.

• Coordinating maintenance, facilities, and office furniture requests with the appropriate departments and stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.

Special Projects and Reporting

• Conducts special analyses, compiling comprehensive project summaries and reports for various initiatives.

• Contributes to the development and refinement of departmental guidelines and standard operating procedures, ensuring clarity and adherence.

• Monitors and tracks project timelines, identifying potential issues or deviations and proactively communicating progress to stakeholders.

• Prepares and presents financial and statistical reports, providing valuable insights and supporting data-driven decision-making within the unit.

Compliance and Policy Implementation

• Develops and maintains comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant federal, state, and institutional guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence.

• Analyzes incoming inquiries related to compliance matters, providing accurate instructions and guidance for prompt resolution.

• Monitors and verifies the integrity of data submissions, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies or issues to maintain accuracy and consistency.

• Applies, interprets, and communicates rules, regulations, policies, and procedures effectively to all relevant parties.

Who We Are

The Bus h Sc hoo l of Government and Public Service, https:// bus h.tamu.edu , was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bus h's philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bus h Sc hoo l has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bus h Sc hoo l prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bus h Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Medical, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month

• Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our corevalues which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Int egrity , and Selfless Service .

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154.

Useful Links:

• Benefit Programs (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration)

• Retirement

• Employee Discount Program (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/perksconnect)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• University Holidays (https://www.tamus.edu/hr/holiday/)

• Legal Statements

• New Employee Onboarding (https://service.tamu.edu/TDClient/45/Portal/Requests/ServiceCatalog/Category/157/Recruiting-Welcoming-Onboarding)

• Prospective Employees

• Safety and Security Notices (https://orec.tamu.edu/clery/annual-security-report/)

• Training and Development

• USERRA (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets/programs/userra)

• Nondiscrimination Notice