Job Title
Business Associate IIAgency
Texas A&M University - Corpus ChristiDepartment
Harte Research InstituteProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Corpus Christi TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1400 full-time and 2000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources increased visibility and influence and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CCs beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern attractive and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
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PURPOSE
The Business Associate II under general supervision will provide support to prepare and assist in coordinating various business activities including procurement and travel arrangements and serving as a liaison among relevant channels.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Administrative Support
Percent Effort: 70%
Assist HRI team with procurement of goods and services in compliance with Texas state TAMUS System and TAMUCC policies and procedures.
Assist with purchases of office supplies including TAMU-CC/HRI branding.
Assist in obtaining design approval from TAMUCC MarCom and in procuring branded non-branded and apparel merchandise in support of organizational labs and programs.
Investigates errors on transactions and recommends and coordinates appropriate corrective action.
Assist with preparation and reconciliation of monthly p-card expense reports.
Assist with travel arrangements and logistics as needed.
Assist with preparation and reconciliation of travel expense reports.
May serve as a liaison to MarCom accounts receivable procurement and travel.
Functional Area 2: Vendor Coordination
Percent Effort: 20%
Assist in obtaining vendor bids and other documentations for purchases as well as responding to routine inquiries from vendors and other business units or departments.
Research and maintain vendor relationships and identify requested product sources.
Pick-up/ Receive orders from vendors and distribute to appropriate labs/programs/ locations.
Verify vendor compliance and ensure they are eligible for purchase (no state holds).
Functional Area 3: Other
Percent Effort: 10%
Maintain records for all purchases and accounts in an accessible and organized system.
Maintains business files and assists with specialized business projects and activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED
Four (4) years of related experience.
Additional education may be considered as a substitute for the minimum experience requirements
Associates degree and two (2) years of related experience.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Planning and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in related field.
SALARY: Up to $21.44 Hourly ($44595.20 Annual Approximately)
BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply)
Medical
$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
Employee and Spouse
Employee and Children
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Counseling Work Life Assistance Financial Resources and Legal Resources
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8 hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
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Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, the Island University, has been proudly providing a solid academic offering of more than 85 of the most popular degree programs in the state.