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 202600116S Title Administrative Assistant II FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 3. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category Clerical Department Charter School Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 04/29/2026 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. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Performs advanced clerical duties for the SHSU Charter School.
Primary Responsibilities
Performs advanced clerical functions to include data and document processing and and provides general customer service. Types letters, memorandums, reports and other materials. Performs data entry, verifies data and files. Maintains files. Performs receptionist duties, directs phone and walk in customers, and schedules appointments. Runs standard reports. Solves routine problems to complete tasks of a repetitive nature. Receives and distributes mail. Performs other related 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. Requires ability to follow oral and written instructions, and to work a modified schedule to accommodate classes and special projects. May require frequent contact with students, staff, and faculty.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47052
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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