Program Assistant -CBMHR Research Project 2

Texas Southern University•Houston, TX

36d•$40,613 - $51,782

About The Position

The program assistant of the NIH-funded CBMHR Check, Monitor, Control research project plans, organizes, and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the project tasks. Under direct supervision, performs routine clerical and administrative duties related to the operations, functions, and activities. The primary objective of the project is to conduct a randomized clinical trial evaluating the effectiveness of community health worker and pharmacist interventions on blood pressure management in adults aged 55 years or older. Generally, provides direct support to the Principal Investigators, leaders of the CBMHR program, and other activities (e.g., recruitment, implementation, community engagement events). DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional, Office 365, or similar applications, e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a health-related field (e.g., health, health promotion, community health, kinesiology, nutrition) or a master's degree.
Knowledge of policies, procedures, and practices.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
Demonstrates an understanding of most work routines, rules, procedures, and operations.
Detail-oriented.
Effective customer service.
Problem-solving and decision-making.
Multitasking and time management.
Writing documents.
Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to analyze and interpret data.
Prepare detailed reports.
Work independently.
Communicate effectively.
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications. systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.
A minimum of one (1) year of administrative-related work experience.

Responsibilities

Answers routine questions concerning program activities and operations. Screens and directs telephone calls and visitors to the appropriate person(s). Takes messages as necessary.
Types and edits routine correspondence, reports, and other documents from rough draft to provide final typewritten copy for review and signature.
Coordinates and arranges meetings, community-based health workshops, luncheons, seminars, conferences, and travel plans. Prepares meeting agendas, reserves rooms and facilities, and distributes minutes of meetings when required.
Organizes and maintains the file system. Files correspondence, materials, and other records for future reference according to established file retention schedule and procedures.
Sorts and distributes incoming mail. Prepares outgoing mail and correspondence, including email and faxes.
Assists with the coordination and tracking of pending assignments or requests for information from internal and external contacts.
Verifies information or records and ensures accuracy and completeness.
Ensure day to day operations of the Check, Monitor, Control research project.
Makes copies of correspondence or other printed materials and operates a variety of standard office equipment.
Orders and maintains supplies and arranges for equipment maintenance and repair.
Collects and compiles data for various reports prepared by others.
Report directly to the project Pis to support project activities.
Works closely with the project Pis and other key personnel to prepare reports and deliverables to funding agency.
May give advice to others, less experienced positions, or provide technical leadership to job classifications performing similar work.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Orders and maintains supplies and outreach materials for the project.
Tracks project expenditures.
Cultivates and maintains relationships with project leaders and community partners.
Provides health promotional education to older adults age