Administrative Assistant
Lubbock, TX 
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Job Description

Lubbock

Administrative Assistant

37506BR

Registrar

Position Description

Performs routine administrative support or technical program assistance work. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

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.

Major/Essential Functions

  • Manage departmental supply orders and standard purchasing through TechBuy.
  • Oversee departmental parking requests.
  • Reconcile and manage departmental procurement card.
  • Submit work orders and communicate departmental needs/requests to other campus departments/outside vendors as needed.
  • Process departmental travel (pre-approvals, travel advances and expense reports)
  • Assist in position management/onboarding processes for new staff in conjunction with the Unit Manager. (job positing, ePAF creation, door access, etc.)
  • Support Unit Manager with other administrative duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

Completion of high school or the equivalent. Five years office experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with internal TTU systems: (TechBuy, ePAF, Chrome River for Travel and Procurement Cards)
  • Familiarity with confidential personnel documents and hiring processes.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to self-start and take initiative to complete assigned tasks without requiring additional prompting from supervisors.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Other Documents Supporting Qualifications

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

16.43

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.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Executive and Admin Assistants

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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
5+ years
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