Posting Details

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition201900289STitleAdministrative Assistant II - Grant Administrative Assistant II (Temporary, Full-time)FLSA statusNon-ExemptHiring Salary

$1,918 – $2,830 per month. This is a temporary, full-time, benefits eligible position expected to end on or before 6/30/2020. This position is a grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.

Occupational CategoryClericalDepartmentOffice of the Dean - College of EducationOpen Until FilledYesEducational and Experience Requirement

High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. One year relevant clerical experience or experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Performs advanced clerical duties for grant related activities of the Garrett Center on Transition and Disability Studies. Provides assistance to the Research Fellow in monitoring the grant and reporting for the grant.

Primary Responsibilities

Performs advanced clerical functions to include data and document processing and provides general customer service. Types letters, memorandums, reports and other materials related to grant information and grant activities. Performs data entry, verifies data and files. Maintains grant files, schedules grant related travel, travel reimbursements, grant related expenses, and invoice payments. Performs receptionist duties, directs phones and walk-in customers, and schedules appointments. Runs standard and grant reports. Solves routine problems to complete tasks of a repetitive nature. Receives and distributes mail. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Requires basic knowledge of general clerical functions. May require the ability to perform word processing. Requires accuracy in finding files, entering facts or figures, and operation of office equipment.

This is a temporary, full-time, benefits eligible position expected to end on or before 6/30/2020. This position is a grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.

Full Time Part TimeFull Time TemporaryQuicklinkhttp://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/23010 EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you learn about this position?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
   • HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
   • The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
   • Association for Women in Science
   • TWC - Work in Texas
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   • SHSU Website
   • SHSU Employee
   • Other
3. If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. How many years of clerical experience do you have?
   • None
   • Less than 1 year
   • More than 1 year but less than 3 years
   • More than 3 years but less than 5 years
   • More than 5 years but less than 8 years
   • More than 8 years
5. What is your highest level of education?
   • High School/GED
   • At least 30 undergraduate credit hours, but have not obtained an Associates degree
   • Associates degree
   • At least 90 undergraduate credit hours, but have not obtained a Bachelors degree
   • Bachelors degree
   • At least 18 graduate credit hours, but have not obtained a Masters degree
   • Masters degree
   • Ph.D.
6. Describe what good customer service means to you.

   (Open Ended Question)

7. Do you have experience with the following software programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?
   • Yes
   • No
8. Are you familiar with or have any experience with Banner?
   • No
   • Have heard of Banner but never used the system
   • Yes, 1-3 years of experience using Banner
   • Yes, 4-7 years of experience using Banner
   • Yes, but less than 1 year of experience using Banner
9. How many years of computer related experience do you have?
   • 0-1 Years
   • 2-3 Years
   • 3-4 Years
   • 5 Plus Years
10. Why do you feel you are a strong candidate for this position?

    (Open Ended Question)