Administrative Associate III

Texas A&M University; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Paid sick leave and vacation

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a qualified Administrative Associate III for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Department in Fort Stockton, Texas. This role involves performing a variety of administrative tasks including word processing, data management, and coordinating activities with student workers.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of related experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with sensitive information are essential.

The position offers competitive compensation and benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience is required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform word processing, data management activities, and assist staff.
• Compose correspondence, reports, publications, and presentations.
• Research and analyze administrative requirements for specific programs.

Skills

Multitasking

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Word processing

Spreadsheet applications

Database applications

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Administrative Associate III – Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department, County Program D06

Job Location: Fort Stockton, Texas. Job Type: Staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform word processing, desktop publishing, presentation, and data management activities, and assist staff with the use of these applications.
• Compose correspondence, reports, publications, and presentations, including editing and proofreading.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
• Research and analyze administrative requirements for specific programs or projects.
• Provide technical information regarding administrative procedures, services, or programs.
• May perform mail services.
• Apply, interpret, and communicate policies and procedures and serve as a resource for answering questions about policies.
• Maintain a variety of fiscal, administrative, and academic records. Post information to agency records and modify forms or records.
• Verify, process, and review forms, reports, and other documents.
• Make arrangements for meetings, appointments, conferences, and travel.
• May set up meetings, seminars, and other special events, including facilities, equipment, and food.
• Maintain office supplies and equipment; retain office reference materials including online office materials.
• May deliver, pick up, or receive cash payments, documents, supplies, equipment, or materials.
• May coordinate activities and assign work to student workers and support staff.
• May participate in hiring, training, and supervision of student workers and other support staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Salary

Compensation is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance. Texas A&M AgriLife contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12‑15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Employee Wellness Initiative.

Security and Compliance

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon credential verification and completion of the criminal history check as required by institutional procedures.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veteran/Disability Employer. Texas A&M AgriLife is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. The employer also encourages applications from veterans and individuals from all backgrounds.