Administrative Assistant II Dean of Admissions, Advising and Retention

Administrative Assistant II Dean of Admissions Advising and Retention

Midland College Midland Texas

JOB SUMMARY

The Administrative Assistant II to the Dean of Admissions Advising & Retention provides administrative support manages departmental budgets correspondence and scheduling. This position also interacts with students and the general public by providing general information.

ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE

At Midland College we believe education transforms lives strengthens communities and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin we serve dual-credit students first-time-in-college learners adult students and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools universities business and industry and community organizations we make education accessible prepare students for meaningful careers and help shape the future of our region.

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work challenging ourselves to improve and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.

Three Core Values define our culture:

YES We embrace challenges with curiosity optimism and a solutions-oriented mindset.

STUDENTS Student success is at the center of every decision we make.

ACT We take ownership move with purpose and deliver meaningful results.

We seek individuals who are adaptable resilient and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions challenge the status quo solve problems collaboratively and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard think strategically and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another celebrate successes and bring positivity perspective and a sense of humor to the workplace.

What You Can Expect at Midland College:

• A leadership team committed to action collaboration and continuous improvement.
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship innovation and long-term vision.
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
• Meaningful work supportive colleagues and the opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day.

If youre passionate about making a difference excited by growth and innovation and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin we invite you to join our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide primary reception services to the Pathways Advising Dual Credit and Admissions Department and administrative support for the Dean of Outreach & Advising
• Assist the Dean with activities and correspondence as requested
• Process purchase orders and payments for the department
• Maintain inventory and order office supplies
• Responsible for annual inventory of department office equipment furniture etc.
• Perform general secretarial duties such as filing copying running errands typing imaging and data entry
• Complete work orders for IT and maintenance as needed
• Mail distribution
• Schedule appointments set up travel arrangements and accommodations for office staff
• Create personnel status forms and coordinate payroll activities including timesheets leave sheets and transmittals
• With the Dean manages the departmental budget and maintains appropriate records
• Fields and responds to telephone inquiries and messages
• Facilitates student requests and answers on-site inquiries
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical and general office experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills
• Knowledge of general office equipment including copier fax machine and multi-line telephone
• Computer literacy to include proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel creating spreadsheets and data processing

Preferred Qualifications
Associate Degree or equivalent (60 college credit hours)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical office
• Business Hours
• M-Th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
  • summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. 5:30 pm
• Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g. open enrollment payroll)
• Occasional travel (less than 10%)

Physical Demands

• Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to work extended hours during periods of registration and Midland College or community events
• Use of manual dexterity
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move from office to other locations on and off campus
• Office setting
• Duties indoors and some outdoors

Salary Range: $41811 - $42438 annual salary

BENEFITS:

Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.

• medical prescription dental and vision plans FSA
• retirement savings programs
• tuition remission for employees
• generous paid time off including winter break

To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits*eligibility may vary based on job classification

SECURITY SENSITIVITY

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application CV/resume and transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.