Business Associate II

Job Title

Business Associate II

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Harte Research Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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The Business Associate II, under general supervision, will provide support to prepare and assist in coordinating various business activities, including procurement and travel arrangements, and serving as a liaison among relevant channels.

Percent Effort: 70%

• Assist HRI team with procurement of goods and services in compliance with Texas state, TAMUS System, and TAMUCC policies and procedures.
• Assist with purchases of office supplies including TAMU-CC/HRI branding.
• Assist in obtaining design approval from TAMUCC Mar Com and in procuring branded, non-branded, and apparel merchandise in support of organizational labs and programs.
• Investigates errors on transactions and recommends and coordinates appropriate corrective action.
• Assist with preparation and reconciliation of monthly p-card expense reports.
• Assist with travel arrangements and logistics as needed.
• Assist with preparation and reconciliation of travel expense reports.
• May serve as a liaison to Mar Com, accounts receivable, procurement, and travel.

Percent Effort: 20%

• Assist in obtaining vendor bids and other documentations for purchases as well as responding to routine inquiries from vendors and other business units or departments.
• Research and maintain vendor relationships and identify requested product sources.
• Pick-up/ Receive orders from vendors and distribute to appropriate labs/programs/ locations.
• Verify vendor compliance and ensure they are eligible for purchase (no state holds).

Percent Effort: 10%

• Maintain records for all purchases and accounts in an accessible and organized system.
• Maintains business files and assists with specialized business projects and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED
• Four (4) years of related experience.
• Additional education may be considered as a substitute for the minimum experience requirements
  • Associate’s degree and two (2) years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.

$21.44 Hourly ($44,595.20 Annual, Approximately)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account