Administrative Associate IV

Job Title

Administrative Associate IV

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Blucher

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) is inviting applications for an Administrative Associate IV to provide advanced administrative support to its Research Operations team and to support the daily business functions of a dynamic research institute.  This position will work under general supervision and be the primary administrative point of contact for our Field Research Operations Group.

Who We Are

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution that has attained Carnegie R2 status as a doctoral university with high research activity.  TAMU-CC is a regional university that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947.  The university has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island and is at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, TAMU-CC is a first-choice institution.

The Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science (CBI) at TAMU-CC is a collaborative research environment utilizing geospatial science to support data driven decision making.  The institute’s research laboratories develop innovative solutions informed by precise measurements honoring the legacy of the Blucher family and their commitment to surveying and science.  CBI pushes the boundaries of geospatial science by applying cutting edge technologies to map, measure, collect and manage big data used to predict our physical environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative Operations: 45%

• Process travel and purchasing transactions ensuring adherence with institute, university, and sponsor compliance requirements.

• Process procurement and travel credit card forms to ensure charges are properly approved and allocated to the correct accounts.

• Prepare and process monthly fleet log entries to ensure charges are properly approved and allocated to the correct account for accounting actions.

• Prepare and process monthly project-specific telecommunications charges to ensure charges are properly approved and allocated to the correct accounts.

• Maintain research operations planning software to ensure deliverables are entered properly.

• Assist with initiatives, meetings and special events.

• Notetaking/minutes.

Operations Support: 30%