Job Information
The University Of Texas At Dallas Administrative Assistant II in Dallas, Texas
Posting Number: S05951P
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Salary Range: Commensurate With Experience
Pay Basis: Monthly
Position Status: Regular full-time
Location: Richardson
Job Description:
Provide direct support to the Department Head, support assigned projects and committees, and assist with management of front-office operations. Assist with managing complex schedules to support timely project delivery and ensure the smooth operation of the department’s executive suite. Responsibilities include scheduling meetings and appointments, screening and responding to emails, monitoring project timelines, drafting and editing reports and correspondence, collaborating with faculty, staff, and administrators across the university, managing administrative deliverables, and maintaining a well-organized and efficient office environment.
Must be able to navigate a complex organization, demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, prioritize workflow, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and quality results. Excellent communication skills, discretion, forward-thinking, and meticulous attention to detail are imperative. The position requires proven experience using Microsoft 365 tools (including creating and using SharePoint, Teams, and other apps) or a similar suite of online collaboration and productivity tools effectively along with an ability and willingness to learn other job-related software.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and five years of office administration or project management experience including two years at an Administrative Assistant I level or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Important Message:
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .