Athletics Administrative Assistant II

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!
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.

Posting Information


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
202600172S


Title
Athletics Administrative Assistant II


FLSA status
Non-Exempt


Hiring Salary


This position is a pay grade 3. Please see Pay Grade Table at: .

Occupational Category
Clerical


Department
Athletics


Division
Office of the President


Open Date
06/10/2026


Open Until Filled
Yes


Educational and Experience Requirement


High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. One year relevant clerical experience or experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered .

Nature & Purpose of Position


Performs advanced clerical duties for Athletics.

Primary Responsibilities


Performs advanced clerical functions to include data and document processing and provides general customer service. Performs receptionist duties, directs phones and walk-in customers, receives and screens visitors, and receives and checks in freight. Receives and distributes mail. Prepares purchase orders for various sports. Types and processes recruiting and professional travel expense reports. Types letters, memorandums, reports and other materials. Performs data entry, verifies data and files. Maintains files. Runs standard reports. Solves routine problems to complete tasks of a repetitive nature. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Specifications


Requires basic knowledge of general clerical functions. May require the ability to perform word processing. Requires accuracy in finding files, entering facts or figures, and operation of office equipment.

Full Time Part Time
Full Time


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EEO Statement


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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