Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs

Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs

Reports to: Assistant Provost for Student Affairs

Classification: Full-Time Non-Exempt

Location: Houston Texas

About Houston Christian University (HCU)

Houston Christian University is committed to providing a learning environment rooted in biblical truth and academic excellence. Our mission is to prepare students to lead serve and impact the world for Christ. We value spiritual formation academic excellence personal responsibility stewardship and community engagement.

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs supports the overall operations of the Student Life division. The position provides administrative front-office and logistical support to the Assistant Provost for Student Affairs and the Student Life leadership team. The role assists with office operations student-facing services event coordination communication management and division-wide projects.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain office supplies equipment and shared operational resources

Manage the Husky Storehouse inventory scheduling and distribution

Oversee departmental purchasing receipts requisitions and related documentation

Monitor and manage the Student Life email account

Serve as the first point of contact for students parents and visitors

Provide guidance and direction to students seeking campus resources

Support Student Leadership logistics and communication needs

Assist with Student Life events including planning set-up hosting and follow-up

Support Admissions events such as check-ins tabling and presentations

Provide administrative coordination for major university events such as Presidential Awards and Honors Convocation

Manage scheduling and calendar coordination using Ad Astra and future scheduling systems

Assist with Care Team communication scheduling and meeting support

Support the development revision and distribution of the Student Handbook

Assist with updates to Student Life and related webpages

Maintain records files and operational documentation

Provide administrative communication and logistical support for projects assigned by the Assistant Provost and Student Life leadership

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree required

Strong administrative organizational and communication skills

Experience working in a student-facing or customer-service environment preferred

Ability to manage multiple tasks meet deadlines and adapt to changing needs

Demonstrated commitment to Christian faith and alignment with HCUs mission and Ten Core Convictions

Experience with basic office software and willingness to learn university systems (Ad Astra purchasing systems website tools)

Employment Details

Status: Full-time position

Benefits: Eligible for full-time benefits including healthcare retirement and campus privileges

Work Schedule: Primarily daytime hours with occasional evening or weekend events

Start Date: To be determined

To Apply

Submit your application through HCUs online job portal. Please include a cover letter describing your interest in serving within Student Affairs and how your strengths align with HCUs mission and values.

Additional Information:

Houston Christian University is an independent private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University visit .

The University is in the process of implementing its Ten Pillars vision ( and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and requirements of personnel.

**Disclaimer**

Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.