Administrative Assistant (Brite President's Office)

Administrative Assistant (Brite President's Office)

• 501027
• Clerical / Office Staff
• Full-time
• Opening on: May 15 2026
• Brite Divinity School

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Job Summary:

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support by coordinating activities, supporting programs and facilitating department objectives.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Provides day-to-day administrative support to Brite administrative staff; printing, copying, scanning, scheduling meetings and reserving workspaces.

2. Manages public relations by greeting customers, constituents and colleagues, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries; providing information and assistance regarding department functions.

3. Oversees external support services; anticipates needed services, places and expedites orders for service requests; verifies completion of services.

4. Maintains office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

5. Assists with maintaining office facilities; ensures administrative suite is presentable, including various housekeeping duties such as caring for plants, maintaining cleanliness, and placing and expediting service requests.

6. Coordinates office correspondence by overseeing incoming and outgoing mail and packages.

7. Collects, maintains, and updates information such as institutional mail lists

8. Assists administrative staff with processing invoices and payments through Jaggaer and Concur

9. Provides support for institutional events as assigned by the President, Dean and Chief of Staff

10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 1 year of basic office experience

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Knowledge of basic research techniques.
• Knowledge of basic accounting practices.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Skill in the navigation of Microsoft Windows.
• Skill in problem-solving and communicating resolutions.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability to draft grammatically correct correspondence.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.
• This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.