Job Title Administrative Coordinator I Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Weslaco Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Weslaco, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: + Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/) + Texas A&M AgriLife Research + College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/) + Texas A&M Forest Service + Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/) As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/) to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information The Administrative Coordinator I works under general supervision and provides administrative support for a unit or specialized activity to include the exercise of discretion and independent judgement with respect to matters of significance. Responsibilities: + Participate in the planning and execution of administrative operations. + May serve as the office manager. + Monitors office procedures. + Monitor the unit’s e-mail account. + Responsible for the marketing and communication initiatives of the unit. + Responsible for the units’ website. + Responsible for units’ social media. + Develops, evaluates, and ensures adherence to office procedures. + Reviews documents for supervisor. + Attend meetings or committees on behalf of supervisor. + Analyzes requirements for projects or initiatives. + Coordinates administrative tasks and workflow within the office. + Provides technical information regarding administrative procedures, services, or programs. + Applies and interprets, and/or assists in implementing management policies or operating practices. + Develop administrative and technical procedures. + Researches, interprets, compiles, and responds to inquiries about rules, regulations, policies and procedures. + May monitor compliance with policies and procedures. + Performs special analyses and project summaries. + Coordinates travel arrangements and prepare itineraries. + Coordinates meetings, seminars, and other special events and may provide on-site support. + Coordinates the maintenance of files, records, office supplies, or equipment. + Makes recommendations for process improvements, administrative changes, or new initiatives. + Hire, train and supervise student workers and support staff. + May serve as the office receptionist. Manage and route phone calls appropriately. Responsible for checking-in visitors. + Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Two (2) years of related experience. + ​Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications. + Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. + Interpersonal and communication skills. + Planning and organization skills. What You Need to Know Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: + Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/) with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing 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 for Texas A&M AgriLife Applicant Instructions Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. To be considered for this position, please attach the following materials: + Resume + Cover Letter + Name and contact information for 3 references 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.