Executive Assistant I

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Job Title

Executive Assistant I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

School of Engineering Medicine

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description
Our Commitment

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

Who we are

The School of Engineering Medicine ) in collaboration with Texas A&M College of Engineering, Texas A&M School of Medicine and the state's top-ranked Houston Methodist Hospital offer an innovative medical school program called ENME D . This program was established to transform healthcare through translational interdisciplinary research, the development of medical technologies, and the development and training of " Physicianeers ." ENME D delivers a revolutionary blended curriculum with focus on innovation and entrepreneurship where students receive a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Engineering degree in the same four years.

What we want

The Executive Assistant I provides administrative support to the department leadership and faculty. Work involves coordinating high-level operations of the department. Exercises discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.

What you need to know

Salary: W ill be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience .

Location: Houston, TX

Please note: This position is fully funded for one (1) year. Continuation of employment beyond the initial year is contingent upon the availability of additional funding and is not guaranteed.

Apply Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume .

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of office administration

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of experience in office administration.
• Demonstrated ability to implement best-practice in office management.
• Proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership and initiatives.

Responsibilities
Executive Support

• Coordinates meetings, and other activities
• Schedules appointments and manages calendar.
• Prepares travel arrangements and itineraries and may approve and process travel reimbursements.
• Provides technical guidance and advice on administrative matters to department management and faculty.
• Coordinates and monitors action items and assignments made by the department head and faculty.
• Communicates policies, procedures, standards, and methods.
• Interprets policies, rules, and regulations.
• Assists in compiling reports, maintains records and other documents.

Office Operations and Events

• Drafts and manages correspondence and communications.
• Prepares notices or agendas for meetings.
• Responds to inquiries, resolving problems or inquiries.
• Reviews administrative practices and programs and assists in formulating policies.
• Plans and coordinates logistical and administrative support for events, meetings or other special functions and provides on-site support.

Records

• May have fiscal records management responsibilities.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

• Medical, ) prescription drug, dental, ) vision, life and AD&D, ) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance ) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days ) of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave )   and at least   eight hours of paid vacation )   each month
• Automatic enrollment in the   Teacher Retirement System of Texas  )
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time )
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free   LinkedIn Learning )   training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance )   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, ) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

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.

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