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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
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This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202600181S Title Administrative Coordinator III for MABS (full-time, temporary) FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 12. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.
This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 10/31/2029. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Dept of Molecular & Cellular Biology Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 06/23/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree with four years of relevant administrative assistant experience. Experience in Higher Education is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs advanced and complex administrative support duties for the Master's in Applied Biomedical Sciences (MABS) program in the College of Osteopathic Medicine.
This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 10/31/2029. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Primary Responsibilities
Provides administrative and budgetary support for the Master's in Applied Biomedical Sciences (MABS) program in the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), including daily operations, expense monitoring, and compliance with university and federal regulations. Manages calendars, meetings, correspondence, travel arrangements, and departmental events for the department chair and faculty. Oversees budget requests, P-Card transactions, account expenditures, and financial reporting, maintaining accurate records. Implements and monitors departmental processes, project timelines, and policies; identifies and addresses potential issues. Trains faculty on budget procedures, promotion processes, and workload compliance. Serves as a liaison with university departments, faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Maintains secure records related to grant-funded projects and personnel, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met. Supports COM initiatives. Performs related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires detailed knowledge of university infrastructure, policies and procedures, and office systems. Requires thorough knowledge of grant administration practices, budgeting principles, and compliance standards. Ability to interpret complex guidelines, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a high level of accuracy and organization. Demonstrated ability to solve problems, anticipate project needs, and support continuous improvement of grant-related processes. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and exceptional communication skills.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Temporary Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47606
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EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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