Administrative Associate for the Student Success Center

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities. 

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking an Administrative Associate in the Law School Student Success Center. As the Administrative Associate for the Student Success Center, this person will provide administrative support to the Student Success Center team, assist with Professional Development and Student Success Center events, and assist with fostering a welcoming environment for all Student Success Center guests.

A high school diploma and one year of relevant work experience are required. An Associate’s degree and three years relevant work experience are preferred. Additional education or experience may be considered in lieu of one another.

Additional skills/qualifications include:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Canva, or Adobe Express preferred

• Thorough knowledge of office and secretarial procedures

• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow through on projects independently

• Strong commitment to exceptional customer service

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with attention to detail

• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with a hard-working, dedicated team

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to work collaboratively

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative support to the Academic Success Office, Career Development Office, and Student Life Office

   

• Maintain knowledge of and comply with Baylor University policies and procedures

• Perform other tasks and administrative support as assigned

• Serve as a secondary point of coverage for the front desk

• Foster a welcoming environment by greeting Student Success Center guests and promptly directing inquiries to the appropriate departments

   

• Assist with managing logistics of the Academic Success Office, Career Development Office, and Student Life events

• Assist with managing logistics for Professional Development and Student Success Center programs, including promoting events, creating graphics, updating the website, corresponding with speakers, reimbursing speaker expenses, managing student reservations, reserving meeting rooms, arranging catering, reserving audio/visual equipment, room set up and break down, managing kiosk system to record student attendance, uploading accurate student attendance records in Banner, and collecting and compiling speaker evaluations

• Post jobs, schedule interviews, and manage data in the Career Development Office on-line job bank and contact management system

• Assist with creating and maintaining databases, creating reports, assisting with data analysis, identifying data trends, and making suggestions based on data analysis

• Maintain inventory of office supplies

• Initiate maintenance of office equipment and facilities as needed

• Maintain follow-up system on pending projects and reports

• Submit work orders for the Student Success Center

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission

• Ability to comply with university policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, den