Business Associate I
About The Position
About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information The Business Associate I, under general supervision, provides support for business activities. Responsibilities Ensures compliance with all provisions of AgriLife policies, state, and federal laws. Completes training and becomes proficient in the use of Aggie Buy, Laserfiche, Famis, Concur, and IPayment. Is responsible for vehicle log and check log. Opens, sorts, routes, or files mail. Receives all packages and maintain receiving log. Answers telephone inquiries, routes calls and visitors to appropriate office personnel. Maintains log and files for routine and emergency building maintenance call and fire alarm system. Processes TAMU travel vouchers. Generate purchase order numbers and pay invoices. Investigates errors on transactions and recommends appropriate corrective action. Responds to routine inquiries from vendors and other business units or departments. Processes routine business documents. Is responsible for copy room operations. Aids users as needed. Assists on special projects. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three years of experience in general office operations.
- Working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software programs.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic planning, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Responsibilities
- Ensures compliance with all provisions of AgriLife policies, state, and federal laws.
- Completes training and becomes proficient in the use of Aggie Buy, Laserfiche, Famis, Concur, and IPayment.
- Is responsible for vehicle log and check log.
- Opens, sorts, routes, or files mail.
- Receives all packages and maintain receiving log.
- Answers telephone inquiries, routes calls and visitors to appropriate office personnel.
- Maintains log and files for routine and emergency building maintenance call and fire alarm system.
- Processes TAMU travel vouchers.
- Generate purchase order numbers and pay invoices.
- Investigates errors on transactions and recommends appropriate corrective action.
- Responds to routine inquiries from vendors and other business units or departments.
- Processes routine business documents.
- Is responsible for copy room operations.
- Aids users as needed.
- Assists on special projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
