Special Program Aid (R&SP)

Texas A&M International; Laredo (TX); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX seeks a Special Program Aid to support the Research & Sponsored Projects department with administrative and compliance tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include research compliance data entry, website maintenance, general office duties, and clerical support for faculty/staff training. Position stays at 19 hours weekly with a $12.50 hourly rate; temporary/casual status.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of clerical/office experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research compliance data entry, editing, analysis, and maintenance of databases.
• Assist with research compliance websites' design and maintenance.
• General office duties including telephones, typing, filing, and photocopying.
• Provide clerical support to university employees and assist with training.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

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**INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:** During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. **You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials**. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page *\"My Experience*\" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files.Be sure to include:* Resume/CV* Cover Letter* 3-5 professional references and their full contact information and* Unofficial transcripts**Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.