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Job Offer: Administrative Coordinator:Lamar UniversityJob description:Administrative Coordinator
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112886 Position Title: Administrative Coordinator FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: Sociology Soc Work Crim Just Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: This position acts as the office manager to execute administrative, secretarial, and clerical tasks and provides support to the Department Chair and Program Directors in a multi-disciplinary department. The Department of Sociology, Social Work, & Criminal Justice (SSWCJ) is a large department with nearly 600 undergraduate majors, 150 graduate students, and nearly 30 full-time and adjunct faculty. This position performs a wide variety of administrative tasks and serves as a key communication link between the SSWCJ department and faculty, students, and the general public. What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities » Provides administrative support to the Department Chair, Program Directors, and faculty. Monitors and develops schedules, assists in classroom assignments, works with advising and Degree Works, monitors budget, maintains supplies and equipment, and communicates with faculty and students as needed. Drafts department official communication and maintains website (as needed) and other electronic document. » Maintains department local area network database; prepares and distributes various correspondence; responding to emails; typing required forms and reports; answering and screening calls; copying and faxing; coordinating and scheduling meetings and events; greeting visitors; managing calendar; and ordering office supplies. » Maintains all required accreditation materials and annual reporting such as formatting and drafting documents, maintenance of the document repository for all programs. » Provides related support by training and supervising student workers; arranging dinners and special events; and reimbursements; and providing technical/software support and training. » Provide administrative support to the faculty; organizing meetings, minute notation, and assist with consortium meetings. » Other tasks include creating reports for labels and lists, updating employee contact information, maintaining student records filing system, and performs other tasks as assigned in response to the needs of the department. Key Competencies: » Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills » Advanced computer skills in all packages of MS Office » expertise of university system and processes » expertise and practice working in LU computer systems such as Banner, Cardinal Purch, Argos, Degree Works, Dashboard, AdAstra Scheduling, Chrome River, Smartsheet, etc. Physical Requirements: Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to execute a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » High School diploma or GED equivalent » Minimum 3 years practice EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Bachelor's degree » Work practice at a college, university, or other school setting Security Sensitive Statement: 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. income: $29,759 - $38,687 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 04/15/2024 Close Date: 07/15/2024 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a High School diploma or GED? » YES » NO » * Do you have at least 3 years of practice? » No » Yes Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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