Administrator I

Job Title

Administrator I

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Administrator I, under direction, performs highly complex work in the planning, directing, and coordinating of IHA business operations. This includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgement with respect to matters of significance in the areas of human resources, payroll, account management, and the planning, preparation, and implementation of budget activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full range business operations of the IHA; advise the Director and IHA leadership on matters relating to business operations.
• Serve as conduit through which business decisions are communicated to IHA leadership
• Assist IHA leadership on special projects related to business needs, particularly in relation to recruitment and hiring; identify issues and growth opportunities for the IHA and provide recommendations
• Assist IHA leadership with targeted recruitment and provides status updates on recruitment and hiring needs/processes
• Perform HR and payroll related duties. Includes all stages from recruitment, pre-hire, hire, current staffing, and employee exit.
• Manage the administration of funds related to IHA operations, including use of resources and review of business procedures.
• Develop and oversee the IHA annual budget and make recommendations; plan, prepare and implement budget activities
• Serve as liaison with AgriLife HR and business services
• Serve as back up for other IHA business processes, such as AP, purchasing, reconciliation, reimbursements, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 7 years of related experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience working within the Texas A&M System
• 7 years of experience in business services including supervisory experience
• Experience with managing and executing HR related duties
• Experience with sponsored projects and related financial activities

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects under timelines
• Strong organizational and time management skills; attention to detail
• Strong working knowledge of all related financial systems including FAMIS/Canopy, Maestro, AggieBuy, Workday, Business Objects and Concur
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-dimensional work environment with a high degree of professionalism, accuracy and consistency

Instructions

• Provide your resume and cover letter, detailing your interest in this position.

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.

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