Office Manager, Human Sciences and Design

What We Are Looking For

The Department of Human Sciences and Design at Baylor University is seeking an Office Manager to provide high-level administrative support, contributing to the department's smooth and efficient operation. This position plays a vital role in coordinating logistics and scheduling, assisting with communications, and facilitating administrative processes that support departmental leadership, faculty, and academic programs. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, effectively balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism with a solutions-oriented approach. 

An Associate's degree, two years of relevant experience, and an active Christian faith are required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. 

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

What You Will Do

• Provide high-level administrative support to the department chair and associate chair, including assisting with department communications and correspondence, preparing reports, and scheduling.
• Oversee logistics for departmental meetings, including room reservations and preparations, note-taking and meeting documentation, follow-up communications, and other coordination.
• Assist with hiring faculty, part-time instructors, graduate assistants, and student workers, including onboarding and payroll coordination. 
• Oversee student worker schedules and tasks.
• Support undergraduate and graduate program directors with lab fees, scheduling, and personnel-related tasks.
• Assist faculty with administrative needs, including course materials, travel arrangements, and other department-related business.
• Assist with budget management processes in coordination with the College Finance and Operations Team, reviewing and processing departmental invoices and purchase card activity.
• Assist with course scheduling and classroom allocation in coordination with faculty, department leadership, and University scheduling offices. 
• Uphold and promote a professional environment, demonstrating a commitment to Baylor's mission.
• 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, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.