Job No. 157918
- Job Title:
- Office Administrator
- Employer:
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The University of Texas at Arlington
- Location:
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Arlington , TX
- Posting Date:
- 06-Mar-2026
- Description:
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Job Summary
The Office Administrator is responsible for overseeing two (2) or more administrative staff for the
department. Perform duties related to hiring, budgeting, fund management, and purchasing. Stays abreast of all UTA policies and procedures in order to serve as backup to any staff member and train new members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the administrative staff for the department; plans, directs, delegates and reviews work of the team; ensures staff provides quality and consistent support to department.
Makes decisions relative to office operations; analyzes internal processes and recommends/implements procedural changes to improve operations of the department.
Monitors changes to determine effectiveness.
Manages the processing of forms for various personnel actions (i.e., recruitment, appointments, salary changes, position changes, leave requests, terminations, etc.) in PeopleAdmin or PeopleSoft (UT Share).
May perform one or more of the following or similar duties: arrange meetings/conferences and workshops, compile reports, act as timekeeper, approve departmental purchases, reconcile Procards, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in business, or a related field of study.
Five (5) years of high-level administrative support including at least two (2) years of employee supervision OR seven (7) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, or a relevant field of study.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to efficiently and interact with faculty and staff members; must possess excellent organizational and document handling skills; must be detail -oriented with accuracy in typing and spelling.
Other Requirements
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
- Contact information:
- The University of Texas at Arlington
- Arlington, TX 76013
- United States
- Employer's Website:
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