Senior Administrative Assistant

Senior Administrative Assistant – North Campus

• Serve as the initial point of contact for visitors, students, and partners; manage front office operations.
• Provide administrative support to the Project Director and GEAR UP staff, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and maintaining calendars.
• Assist in preparing internal reports and compiling data for quarterly and annual grant reporting.
• Maintain organized filing systems for grant documentation, student records, and compliance materials.
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, campus visits, and parent engagement events, including room reservations and materials preparation.
• Process purchase orders, track supply inventory, and assist with budget documentation as directed by the Project Director.
• Support communication efforts by drafting correspondence, updating social media posts, and assisting with bilingual outreach materials (English/Spanish preferred).
• Provide assistance with travel arrangements for staff attending GEAR UP conferences and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project goals and compliance requirements.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn college systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Customer service orientation.
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Associate degree preferred.

• Three years of office, clerical or administration support experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

• One or more years in a higher education environment; bilingual

Salary Grade: 106

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number: req6294

Posting Close Date: 6/1/2026 at 6 pm CST