Business Associate I

Texas A&M • Vernon, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides support for business activities. 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 maintains 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. Generates purchase order numbers and pays 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.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

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 (AgriLife contributes to premiums)
• 12–15 annual paid holidays
• Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative
• Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED