Administrative Associate I

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information 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.

Requisition 202600359S

Title Administrative Associate I

FLSA status Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 05. Please see the Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 10/01/2030. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.

Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional

Department TRIO Student Support Services

Division Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date 11/13/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement Associates Degree in related field. Two years relevant administrative assistant experience or experience in a related field. Previous student services or grant experience would be helpful. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position Performs administrative assistant duties for the College of Education TRIO Student Support Services program.

This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 10/01/2030. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.

Primary Responsibilities Performs administrative assistant duties. Responsible for tracking project participation and collecting assessment data. Provides support to administrators with purchasing procedures within a project. Responsible for program documentation, recordkeeping, purchasing, and collecting of data. Responsible for eligibility documentation and processing of participant records. Answers applicant questions via phone and email. Interviews and meets with participants. Conducts program orientations. Implements services through individual meetings and/or activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures to solve routine problems of a repetitive nature as may be required by grant or project.

Full Time Part Time Full Time Temporary

Position Number

Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/49214

EEO Statement

EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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