• Business Assistant

    Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX)


    42681BR

    Extended Job Title:

    Business Assistant

    Position Description:

    Performs responsible and complex duties associated with a specialized function of a section of clerical employees. A thorough knowledge of policies, procedures, and methods for the area of responsibility is required. Initiative and independent judgments are frequently exercised in formulating procedures or methods, and in program coordination. Work is performed under general supervision within University policies and procedures. Job performance is based upon overall operation effectiveness.

    Requisition ID:

    42681BR

    Optional Attachments:

    Recommendation/Referral, Other Documents Supporting Qualifications

    Travel Required:

    None

    Major/Essential Functions:

    + Manage front desk reception area for the department.

    + Answer all incoming phone calls for the department.

    + Assist any students or visitors that come into the main office of the department.

    + Processes all printing of exams for the department.

    + Processes all key requests for the department.

    + Manages departments fleet of 8 vehicles this includes processing all maintenance logs, reconciling monthly credit card charges for vehicles, and all check in/out procedures.

    + Handles all sorting and receiving of department mail and incoming deliveries.

     

    Grant Funded?:

     

    No

    Pay Basis:

    Hourly

    Schedule Details:

    M-F; 8am-5pm

    Work Location:

    Lubbock

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field of study.

    Department:

    Biological Sciences

    Required Attachments:

    Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

    Job Type:

    Full Time

    Shift:

    Day

    Required Qualifications:

    Proficiency in written and mathematical processes as may be reflected by the completion of high school or the equivalent. Two years progressively responsible clerical experience. Additional education and/or related experience to equal two years may substitute on a year for year basis.

     

    Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

     

    No

    Safety Information:

    Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

    Pay Statement:

    Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

    EEO Statement:

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

    About the University:

    Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

     

    About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

    Job Family:

    Organizational Administration

    Job Sub Family:

    Administrative Operations

    Hourly Pay Range:

    $15.14 - $19.71 - $24.23