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Administrative Assistant I

University of Texas at Dallas

$43,000.00

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, remote work

United States, Texas, Richardson

Mar 06, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S06908P
Position Title	Administrative Assistant I
Functional Title
Department	Interdisciplinary Studies
Salary Range	$43,000.00
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	03/06/2026
Posting Close Date	03/13/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	03/23/2026
Job Summary
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree and two years office administration or project management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience	* Experience working in higher education in an administrative or support role. * Familiarity with purchasing, financial, or administrative processes within a university setting. * Experience working within the School of Interdisciplinary Studies or a similar academic unit is strongly preferred.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Serve as administrative and purchasing support for the School of Interdisciplinary Studies, coordinating day-to-day administrative operations for the department. Process and track purchasing transactions in accordance with the university, UT System, and state policies, including requisitions, purchase orders, payments, and supporting documentation. Provide general administrative support to IS leadership and staff, including calendar coordination, correspondence, document preparation, and general support as needed. Assist with onboarding and administrative coordination for faculty, staff, and student employees within the School of Interdisciplinary Studies. Support departmental operations by responding to internal and external inquiries and ensuring smooth communication across campus partners.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions	Professional office environment within higher education. Some walking to meetings across campus may be required.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information	Remote Notice: A remote work schedule is not available for this position. What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information. If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
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. 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* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.