ABSN Academic Assistant- New Braunfels

ABSN Academic Assistant- New Braunfels

Texas Lutheran University seeks an Academic Assistant for Nursing to provide administrative and clerical support to the Nursing Campus in New Braunfels. Reporting to the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing, the Academic Assistant is a critical member of the Nursing Department and contributor to the success of the Nursing Department.

This position requires strong technology skills, including the proficiency to maintain the integrity and quality of data; and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and projects within the established time frames.

Key Responsibilities:

The Academic Assistant responsibilities will include the following priorities:

• Coordinate resources (equipment, facilities and student workers) for the nursing department.
• Receive telephone calls/mail, greet visitors, provide information as appropriate and schedule appointments for the relevant Department Chairs, Program Directors and faculty.
• Create, develop, and maintain electronic and paper databases and files for the programs located in the building to which the assistant is assigned.
• Prepare, distribute, and maintain general correspondence, reports, applications, and other written/electronic documents as needed for the Assistant Director of Nursing

• Process financial paperwork such as purchase orders, invoices, and journal entries as needed.
• Assist with special events such as receptions or departmental and/or cross-departmental meetings.
• Provide general oversight of the building to which the assistant is assigned including the scheduling of meeting rooms, processing of work orders for building maintenance, and maintaining office equipment in building offices and common areas.
• Additional duties specific to departmental or institutional needs as assigned by supervisor and/or VPAA.
• Assist the Department Chair for any department in which a faculty search is being conducted.
• Handle other administrative needs for the ABSN program as required.

Faculty and Director Support

• Coordinate the collection and maintenance of confidential student and faculty health information as required by regulatory agencies and clinical providers.
• Maintain official student records for clinical and regulatory agencies.
• Support student admission process into nursing program.
• Proctor/administer nursing entrance exam (i.e. TEAS) for the admission process.
• Maintain revisions, as indicated by the Director and/or Assistant Director of Nursing for nursing publications and information on internal portal and website.
• Maintain revisions, as indicated by the Director and/or Assistant Director of Nursing for the faculty and student handbooks for the department.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, skilled administrator, and community builder, creating a strong team at the New Braunfels site. Specific required qualifications for the position include:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or administrative program preferred. Relevant college coursework and/or a minimum of eighteen months of equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of procedures and practices in office administration

Experience

• Three years’ experience in an office setting

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, both in person and on the telephone
• Ability to analyze facts and individual circumstances to determine appropriate action to be taken within the limits of standard practice
• Proficiency in English grammar, punctuation, spelling, proofreading management and desktop publishing
• Ability to work independently to organize and prioritize work following pre-established standard practices
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
• High proficiency in personal computer systems and software
• Ability to maintain accurate filing system and records
• Ability to work effectively with all departments and employees of the university as well as external constituents
• Understand and support the mission and strategic plan of Texas Lutheran University.

The Department of Nursing has full approval from the Texas Board of Nursing to offer a baccalaureate degree and a direct entry MSN in nursing. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and master's degree program in nursing at Texas Lutheran University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.o...). We have an excellent pre-licensure NCLEX-RN pass rate and employment rate for our graduates. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for a nursing career and requires all students to be involved in faculty-mentored undergraduate research. Information about the Department of Nursing is available at www.tlu.edu/nursing.

Salary is competitive, with excellent benefits. Texas Lutheran University is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The ELCA’s 26 colleges and universities value and practice academic freedom while preparing women and men for lives of leadership and service in a diverse world. For more information, consult our website at www.tlu.edu.

Texas Lutheran University seeks applicants who understand the importance of diversity particularly as it pertains to Hispanic Serving Institutions. We seek candidates who have the professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to enhance campus diversity in support of our mission as an institution and our strategic plan. As part of your application, please submit a statement that addresses your contributions to diversity and/or your experience working with underrepresented populations.

Texas Lutheran University has been consistently recognized as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education and has been featured in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking first on the list for “Best Value,” and fifth overall. This is the seventh consecutive year TLU has been featured on the “Best Value” rankings, once again returning to the No. 1 spot. Other notable recognitions include TLU’s acknowledgment as a top 20 regional college for Social Mobility for the third year the university has appeared in this category.

The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.

Review of applicants will begin immediately. To be considered for this position, please submit a TLU application, current resume, a cover letter of application addressing the above and your contribution to diversity, and three professional references (names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers).

Please submit to:

Human Resources

Texas Lutheran University

1000 W. Court Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

FAX: (830) 372-6409

E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu