Special Program Aid (R&SP)

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University invites applications for a Special Program Aid (R&SP) in the Research & Sponsored Projects department. The role supports administrative and compliance tasks with a 19-hour weekly schedule on campus.

Responsibilities include data entry, database maintenance, and clerical support for training and projects. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred. This is a fixed-term, on-site position with potential for further duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of general clerical/office experience.
• Not currently an undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.
• Knowledge of research compliance regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general administrative and compliance tasks.
• Perform data entry, editing, analysis, and database maintenance.
• Support website design and maintenance for research compliance.
• Handle routine office duties: phones, typing, filing, photocopying.
• Provide clerical support for faculty and staff training.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Computer literate

Effective communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Job Title

Special Program Aid (R&SP) Agency Texas A&M International University Department Research & Sponsored Projects

Proposed Minimum Salary

$12.50 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Job Summary The Special Program Aid, under supervision, will assist the department with general administrative and compliance assistance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research compliance data entry, manipulation, editing, analysis, and maintenance of databases.
• Assistance with research compliance websites' design and maintenance.
• General office duties including but not limited to answering telephones, typing, filing, and photocopying.
• Provide clerical support to University employees which may include conducting background research, maintaining records, and/or assisting with special projects related to the department.
• Assistance with faculty and staff training.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of experience in general clerical/office work.
• May not be a current undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher standing.
• Knowledge of research compliance regulations through work or research experience(s).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer literate.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with university students and staff.
• Ability to work effectively in teams.
• Ability to speak in front of large groups.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Other Requirements

• Position requires keeping a work schedule of 19 hours weekly.
• Position requires face-to-face interactions on campus.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Must have excellent references from academic or professional members of a university or other agency.
• Completed employment application must include resume, legible copies of transcripts, and a list of 3-5 references.
• Subject to funding and/or need.

Pay of Rate

$12.50/hour for up to 19 hours weekly

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an equal opportunity/veterans/disability employer.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Texas A&M International University is an equal opportunity/veterans/disability employer.

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