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Aluminum Maintenance Systems of Texas

<div><div><div>The Office Administrator plays a critical role in supporting daily operations and ensuring efficient administrative processes within the TXX office. This role is responsible for payroll processing, project setup, invoice routing, office management, and supporting project managers and leadership with administrative and operational needs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining smooth office operations.</div></div><div><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div></div><div><div><b>
Payroll Processing</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Process weekly payroll through HH2, ensuring accurate placement of employee hours.</div></li><li><div>
Manually input travel time and per diem for field technicians.</div></li><li><div>
Verify correct job numbers and cost codes are assigned to technician timecards and make adjustments when necessary.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
HH2 System &amp; Job Setup</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Enter new projects into HH2 once they are activated in NetSuite, including assigning appropriate cost codes.</div></li><li><div>
Maintain user access by creating login accounts for new Operations and Management team members and removing accounts for departing employees.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
Accounts Payable Coordination (Stampli)</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Ensure all invoices received via email or mail are forwarded to the Accounts Payable department for upload into Stampli.</div></li><li><div>
Monitor the TXX queue in Stampli daily and route invoices to the appropriate approvers with accurate job numbers and cost codes.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
Project Support</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Assist Project Managers with job setup and logistical needs, including:</div></li><li><ul><li><div>
Sourcing affordable housing for out-of-town projects within budget estimates</div></li><li><div>
Coordinating permits</div></li><li><div>
Arranging port-a-lets, dumpsters, equipment rentals, and other job-related resources</div></li></ul></li></ul><div><div><b>
Office Operations</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Coordinate office maintenance services such as cleaning, waste management, and alarm system setup in accordance with lease requirements.</div></li><li><div>
Manage office service payments and maintain service records.</div></li><li><div>
Assist Project Managers (PMs) and Business Development Managers (BDMs) with administrative documentation, including:</div></li><li><ul><li><div>
Vendor setup</div></li><li><div>
Certificates of Insurance (COI) and W-9 collection</div></li><li><div>
Bid documentation</div></li><li><div>
Payment portal registrations</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
Support administrative needs to ensure smooth office operations, including facility needs and responding to client-related administrative requests.</div></li><li><div>
Coordinate office lunches and assist with sourcing venues for team trainings when needed.</div></li><li><div>
Order and maintain monthly office supplies and ensure the communal supply closet remains fully stocked.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
Employee Onboarding &amp; Offboarding</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Manage onboarding processes for new hires, including:</div></li><li><ul><li><div>
Document verification</div></li><li><div>
Completion of required employment forms</div></li><li><div>
I-9 documentation</div></li><li><div>
Safety portal registration and training task completion</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
Assist with employee terminations by coordinating the return of company property and completing required Paycom documentation, including Personnel Action Forms (PAFs).</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
Additional Responsibilities</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Perform other administrative and operational duties as required to support office efficiency and company objectives.</div></li></ul><ul><li><div><div>
Manage and organize office files, records, and documents</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Answer and direct phone calls, emails, and other correspondence</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Schedule meetings, appointments, and maintain calendars</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and other administrative documents</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Maintain office supplies inventory and place orders when needed</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Assist staff and management with daily administrative tasks</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Greet visitors and provide general support to clients and employees</div></div></li><li><div><div>
Ensure the office operates efficiently and professionally</div></div></li></ul></div>

Office Administrator

ACFM

<p><b>ACFM, Inc</b></p><p><b>Houston, TX 77086</b></p><p>ACFM, Inc - a Houston area equipment company that specialized in blowers, compressor and vacuum pumps has an excellent career opportunity for a well-rounded individual looking to work in supporting key functions of a small office environment and basic accounting functions.</p><p><b>Job Duties:</b></p><p>Primary job responsibilities include complete handling of invoicing, accounts receivable and payable, new customer and vendor set up, bank entries, support of collections, customer support, and assisting management with reports and basic accounting tasks.</p><p><b>Job Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Must be able to work independently in a small office environment.</li><li>Looking for candidates that have strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>Job requires sharp attention to detail and procedures.</li><li>Experience working in QuickBooks is required.</li><li>Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft office products.</li><li>Experience around basic small business accounting functions</li><li>Customer service skills are a plus</li><li>Dependable, reliable professional with a track record of great attendance</li><li>Must have valid Texas Driver&rsquo;s License</li><li>Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screen, physical and background investigation</li><li>Must be authorized to work in the USA</li></ul><p>Pay: From $28.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

GENERON IGS INC

<div><p>ACFM, Inc/Generon IGS - a Houston area equipment company that specialized in blowers, compressor and vacuum pumps has an excellent career opportunity for a well-rounded individual looking to work in supporting key functions of a small office environment and basic accounting functions.<br>
<br>
<b>Job Duties:</b><br>
<br>
Primary job responsibilities include complete handling of invoicing, accounts receivable and payable, new customer and vendor set up, bank entries, support of collections, customer support, and assisting management with reports and basic accounting tasks.</p><ul><li>
Must be able to work independently in a small office environment.</li><li>
Looking for candidates that have strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>
Job requires sharp attention to detail and procedures.</li><li>
Experience working in QuickBooks is required.</li><li>
Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft office products.</li><li>
Experience around basic small business accounting functions</li><li>
Customer service skills are a plus</li><li>
Dependable, reliable professional with a track record of great attendance</li><li>
Must have valid Texas Driver&rsquo;s License</li><li>
Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screen, physical and background investigation</li><li>
Must be authorized to work in the USA</li></ul></div>

Rice Engineering

<div><p><b>Special Instructions to Applicants:
</b><br>
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
</p><p><b>About Rice:
</b><br>
Boasting a 300-acre, tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation&rsquo;s top 20 universities by <i>U.S. News &amp; World Report </i>. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system that supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
</p><p>Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice&rsquo;s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name &mdash; RICE &mdash; Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.
</p><p><b>Position Summary:
</b><br>
The Professional Science Master&rsquo;s (PSM) Program Administrator reports to the Executive Director and serves as the operational lead for the program, guiding strategic growth, enrollment planning, and overall program development. Using data-informed decision-making, the role supports long-term sustainability by aligning enrollment strategy, marketing performance, and resource planning with institutional goals.
</p><p>The position drives external engagement and growth through corporate relations, strategic partnerships, student recruitment, and targeted advertising initiatives. This includes managing and optimizing marketing campaigns through platforms such as Google Ads and Google Analytics to evaluate performance, monitor return on investment, and inform recruitment strategies. The incumbent represents the program at industry conferences, recruitment fairs, and external events, requiring occasional travel and strong outward-facing engagement skills.
</p><p>In addition, the PSM Program Administrator oversees fiscal management to maintain the program&rsquo;s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
</p><p>The role also manages core administrative functions such as seminar coordination, event planning and execution, student lifecycle management (from recruitment through graduation), application review coordination, and oversight of lecturer hiring and compensation processes. The position requires fluency in application management and CRM systems, along with the ability to translate enrollment and marketing data into actionable strategies.
</p><p><b>Ideal Candidate Statement:
</b><br>
The ideal candidate for the Professional Science Master&rsquo;s (PSM) Program Administrator role is a strategic, growth-oriented leader who combines the mindset of a program builder with strong operational execution. Serving as the operational lead and key partner to the Executive Director, the individual drives enrollment strategy, marketing performance, and long-term program sustainability through data-informed decision-making. They bring fluency in CRM systems and Slate (application management platform), along with experience managing digital and print advertising, leveraging analytics to optimize campaigns, evaluate return on investment, and strengthen recruitment outcomes. They are equally comfortable representing the PSM program to corporate partners, prospective students, and industry stakeholders, building strategic partnerships that enhance visibility and experiential learning opportunities.
</p><p>In addition to their strategic and outward-facing strengths, the ideal candidate possesses strong financial and administrative acumen. They confidently manage budgeting, forecasting, Oracle (iO) ledger reconciliations, expense tracking, and financial reporting to ensure program sustainability and compliance with institutional policies. At the same time, they seamlessly oversee core operations including event planning, seminar coordination, admissions workflow management, lecturer hiring and compensation processes, and comprehensive student lifecycle management&mdash;from recruitment through graduation and alumni engagement&mdash;balancing big-picture vision with detailed, day-to-day execution.
</p><p><b>Workplace Requirements:
</b><br>
This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in person at Rice University&rsquo;s Keck Hall from 8 AM&ndash;5 PM, Monday&ndash;Friday. May require occasional evening availability for program-related events. Hybrid/remote work opportunities may be possible on a limited basis outside of the academic year following the completion of the probationary period. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.
</p><p><b>Hiring Range: </b>$65,000 minimum, with the hiring salary commensurate with experience.
</p><p><i>*Exempt (salaried) positions under </i><i>FLSA </i><i>are not eligible for overtime.
</i></p><p><b>Minimum Requirements:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree
</p><ul><li><p>In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis
</p></li></ul></li><li><p>3+ years of related experience
</p><ul><li><p>In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><b>Skills:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Ability to develop and initiate new strategies
</p></li><li><p>Advanced problem-solving skills
</p></li><li><p>Strong verbal and written communication skills
</p></li><li><p>Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects simultaneously
</p></li><li><p>Strong organizational and time management skills
</p></li><li><p>Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
</p></li><li><p>Strong data analysis skills
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of CRM systems and application management platforms
</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage marketing campaigns
</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
</p></li><li><p>Adept at problem-solving, creating contingency plans, and handling issues when necessary
</p></li><li><p>Strong client service orientation and attention to detail
</p></li><li><p>Ability to develop complex or multiple program partnerships and funding sources
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans
</p></li><li><p>Ability to coordinate events, seminars, and professional development programming<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferences:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Master&rsquo;s Degree
</p></li><li><p>5+ years of related experience<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Essential Functions:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Serves as the central point of contact for faculty, students, corporate partners, and visitors, providing accurate and timely information and ensuring effective communication across stakeholders
</p></li><li><p>Develops, implements, administers, and evaluates programs by conducting research activities within the program, analyzing data, creating reports, reviewing trends, and making program improvement recommendations
</p></li><li><p>Leads graduate student recruitment strategy and enrollment management for academic programs, overseeing pipeline development, marketing alignment, application workflow coordination, enrollment forecasting, recruitment event coordination, and representation of the program at industry conferences and external engagements to achieve program growth targets
</p></li><li><p>Coordinates advertising and marketing efforts, managing digital and print recruitment campaigns, monitoring performance metrics, and evaluating return on investment to inform enrollment strategy
</p></li><li><p>Oversees the full student lifecycle from prospect through graduation, including admissions processing, enrollment tracking, advising coordination, retention monitoring, internship placement support, and degree certification to ensure student success and program completion
</p></li><li><p>Develops and implements strategies related to outreach, events, communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising/funding, with a strong concentration on corporate relations
</p></li><li><p>Develops strategies to strengthen alumni and employer engagement to support internships, placements, and program visibility
</p></li><li><p>Coordinates and plans weekly seminars and program events, including speaker engagement, logistics management, event execution, and post-event assessment. Creates short-term and long-term plans to achieve mission and objectives for the program; collaborates with the Executive Director on financial modeling and enrollment forecasting to ensure long-term program sustainability
</p></li><li><p>Devises and manages financial and budgetary plans for the program(s); approves and monitors expenditures, specifically managing and tracking all PSM financial operations, revenue reconciliation from tuition and partnerships, and budget execution in iO
</p></li><li><p>Serves as primary departmental contact for financial operations, ensuring adherence to University Policy 201 and 214-03, managing personnel budgeting for staff and faculty instructors, and coordinating with the PSM Faculty Director, PSM Executive Director, and the Assistant Dean on fund availability
</p></li><li><p>May supervise small staff (up to three full-time staff), providing functional supervision for administrative or student workers supporting financial or recruitment tasks
</p></li><li><p>May teach a course, seminar, or workshop, as requested by the Executive Director or Department Chair
</p></li><li><p>Performs all other duties as assigned<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>Rice University HR | Benefits: </i></b><i>https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
</i></p><p><b><i>Rice Mission and Values: </i></b><i>Mission and Values | Rice University
</i></p><p><i>Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University&rsquo;s Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.<br>
</i></p><p><br>
<i>If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.</i></p></div>

PSM Program Administrator

Houston Methodist

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant/Unit Administrative Assistant (PCA/UAA) position is responsible for performing key functions that support the interprofessional team in delivering high quality, cost-effective care. The PCA/UAA position demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated nursing assistant level tasks for assigned patient populations, assisting in the delivery of patient care and services under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This position performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit-specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and maintains competency requirements for computer medical terminology and other job-related functions, while practicing Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. The PCA/UAA position assists with calls to physicians and their office, bed management, transfer services or other floors, coordinating with Operations Administrator as needed, answering incoming telephone calls for the unit and transfers as appropriate.
<div><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Non-exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Eighteen months of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Patient Care Assistant (PCA) experience
</li><li>One year of secretarial/office, college/vocational training, or six months of internal cross-training within Houston Methodist
</li><li>Prior health care experience and/or medical terminology preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><br>
<b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</b><ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
</li><li>Performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL&rsquo;s) within unit specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity
</li><li>Ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment (fax, PC, printers, telephones, etc.)
</li>Proficient computer application skills<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Answers incoming telephone calls for the unit and transfers as appropriate. Facilitates and supports effective throughput with timely communication. Greets patients and visitors to the unit, assisting with directions, information and guidance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution, responding positively to requests for assistance.
</li><li>Interacts with peers, staff, and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.
</li><li>Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Follows the patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Documents, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs.
</li><li>Pull/prints daily reports per unit standard, which may include daily shift report, charge nurse reports, handoff reports and/or My Daily Care Plan. Assists with calls to physicians and their office, bed management, transfer services or other floors, coordinating with Operations Administrator as needed. Organizes the unit workflow, paperwork as needed, proactively problem-solves, anticipating needs, and managing multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
</li><li>Coordinates the requests to Facilities Management and Biomed regarding department needs or broken equipment. Rounds through the unit, per unit expectations, to check for environmental or equipment needs, and other assistance that may be needed. Serves as an in-house courier which may include retrieving blood, hand-delivering labs, tele boxes, etc.
</li><li>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability, i.e., bedside shift handoff/report.
</li></ul><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to licensed personnel to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Provides appropriate hand-off at change of shift at patient bedside to communicate and collaborate, promoting patient-centered care.
</li><li>Conducts hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met (four P&rsquo;s). Monitors and addresses noise level of unit to improve or impact patient satisfaction. Responds to patient calls promptly. Reports near misses and collaborates with the interprofessional health care team to improve patient safety. Reports near misses and collaborates with the interprofessional health care team to improve patient safety.
</li><li>Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores, through peer-to-peer accountability. Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections.
</li></ul><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Assists with patient and staffing needs (floats) across the service line or hospital as competencies allow. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently.
</li><li>Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, assisting coworkers as needed.
</li></ul><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Offers innovative solutions in performance improvement projects and shared governance activities. Follows up on action items as necessary to ensure completion of assignments.
</li>Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs on knowledge base, skill level and decision-making, as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Eighteen months of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Patient Care Assistant (PCA) experience
</li><li>One year of secretarial/office, college/vocational training, or six months of internal cross-training within Houston Methodist
</li><li>Prior health care experience and/or medical terminology preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. We are committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women&rsquo;s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

PCA/Unit Administrative Assistant

Rice University

<div><p><b>Special Instructions to Applicants:
</b><br>
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.
</p><p><b>About Rice:
</b><br>
Boasting a 300-acre, tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation&rsquo;s top 20 universities by <i>U.S. News &amp; World Report </i>. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system that supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
</p><p>Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice&rsquo;s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name &mdash; RICE &mdash; Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.
</p><p><b>Position Summary:
</b><br>
The Professional Science Master&rsquo;s (PSM) Program Administrator reports to the Executive Director and serves as the operational lead for the program, guiding strategic growth, enrollment planning, and overall program development. Using data-informed decision-making, the role supports long-term sustainability by aligning enrollment strategy, marketing performance, and resource planning with institutional goals.
</p><p>The position drives external engagement and growth through corporate relations, strategic partnerships, student recruitment, and targeted advertising initiatives. This includes managing and optimizing marketing campaigns through platforms such as Google Ads and Google Analytics to evaluate performance, monitor return on investment, and inform recruitment strategies. The incumbent represents the program at industry conferences, recruitment fairs, and external events, requiring occasional travel and strong outward-facing engagement skills.
</p><p>In addition, the PSM Program Administrator oversees fiscal management to maintain the program&rsquo;s financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, ledger reconciliation, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
</p><p>The role also manages core administrative functions such as seminar coordination, event planning and execution, student lifecycle management (from recruitment through graduation), application review coordination, and oversight of lecturer hiring and compensation processes. The position requires fluency in application management and CRM systems, along with the ability to translate enrollment and marketing data into actionable strategies.
</p><p><b>Ideal Candidate Statement:
</b><br>
The ideal candidate for the Professional Science Master&rsquo;s (PSM) Program Administrator role is a strategic, growth-oriented leader who combines the mindset of a program builder with strong operational execution. Serving as the operational lead and key partner to the Executive Director, the individual drives enrollment strategy, marketing performance, and long-term program sustainability through data-informed decision-making. They bring fluency in CRM systems and Slate (application management platform), along with experience managing digital and print advertising, leveraging analytics to optimize campaigns, evaluate return on investment, and strengthen recruitment outcomes. They are equally comfortable representing the PSM program to corporate partners, prospective students, and industry stakeholders, building strategic partnerships that enhance visibility and experiential learning opportunities.
</p><p>In addition to their strategic and outward-facing strengths, the ideal candidate possesses strong financial and administrative acumen. They confidently manage budgeting, forecasting, Oracle (iO) ledger reconciliations, expense tracking, and financial reporting to ensure program sustainability and compliance with institutional policies. At the same time, they seamlessly oversee core operations including event planning, seminar coordination, admissions workflow management, lecturer hiring and compensation processes, and comprehensive student lifecycle management&mdash;from recruitment through graduation and alumni engagement&mdash;balancing big-picture vision with detailed, day-to-day execution.
</p><p><b>Workplace Requirements:
</b><br>
This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in person at Rice University&rsquo;s Keck Hall from 8 AM&ndash;5 PM, Monday&ndash;Friday. May require occasional evening availability for program-related events. Hybrid/remote work opportunities may be possible on a limited basis outside of the academic year following the completion of the probationary period. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.
</p><p><b>Hiring Range: </b>$65,000 minimum, with the hiring salary commensurate with experience.
</p><p><i>*Exempt (salaried) positions under </i><i>FLSA </i><i>are not eligible for overtime.
</i></p><p><b>Minimum Requirements:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree
</p><ul><li><p>In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis
</p></li></ul></li><li><p>3+ years of related experience
</p><ul><li><p>In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><b>Skills:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Ability to develop and initiate new strategies
</p></li><li><p>Advanced problem-solving skills
</p></li><li><p>Strong verbal and written communication skills
</p></li><li><p>Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects simultaneously
</p></li><li><p>Strong organizational and time management skills
</p></li><li><p>Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
</p></li><li><p>Strong data analysis skills
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of CRM systems and application management platforms
</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage marketing campaigns
</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
</p></li><li><p>Adept at problem-solving, creating contingency plans, and handling issues when necessary
</p></li><li><p>Strong client service orientation and attention to detail
</p></li><li><p>Ability to develop complex or multiple program partnerships and funding sources
</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans
</p></li><li><p>Ability to coordinate events, seminars, and professional development programming<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferences:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Master&rsquo;s Degree
</p></li><li><p>5+ years of related experience<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Essential Functions:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Serves as the central point of contact for faculty, students, corporate partners, and visitors, providing accurate and timely information and ensuring effective communication across stakeholders
</p></li><li><p>Develops, implements, administers, and evaluates programs by conducting research activities within the program, analyzing data, creating reports, reviewing trends, and making program improvement recommendations
</p></li><li><p>Leads graduate student recruitment strategy and enrollment management for academic programs, overseeing pipeline development, marketing alignment, application workflow coordination, enrollment forecasting, recruitment event coordination, and representation of the program at industry conferences and external engagements to achieve program growth targets
</p></li><li><p>Coordinates advertising and marketing efforts, managing digital and print recruitment campaigns, monitoring performance metrics, and evaluating return on investment to inform enrollment strategy
</p></li><li><p>Oversees the full student lifecycle from prospect through graduation, including admissions processing, enrollment tracking, advising coordination, retention monitoring, internship placement support, and degree certification to ensure student success and program completion
</p></li><li><p>Develops and implements strategies related to outreach, events, communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising/funding, with a strong concentration on corporate relations
</p></li><li><p>Develops strategies to strengthen alumni and employer engagement to support internships, placements, and program visibility
</p></li><li><p>Coordinates and plans weekly seminars and program events, including speaker engagement, logistics management, event execution, and post-event assessment. Creates short-term and long-term plans to achieve mission and objectives for the program; collaborates with the Executive Director on financial modeling and enrollment forecasting to ensure long-term program sustainability
</p></li><li><p>Devises and manages financial and budgetary plans for the program(s); approves and monitors expenditures, specifically managing and tracking all PSM financial operations, revenue reconciliation from tuition and partnerships, and budget execution in iO
</p></li><li><p>Serves as primary departmental contact for financial operations, ensuring adherence to University Policy 201 and 214-03, managing personnel budgeting for staff and faculty instructors, and coordinating with the PSM Faculty Director, PSM Executive Director, and the Assistant Dean on fund availability
</p></li><li><p>May supervise small staff (up to three full-time staff), providing functional supervision for administrative or student workers supporting financial or recruitment tasks
</p></li><li><p>May teach a course, seminar, or workshop, as requested by the Executive Director or Department Chair
</p></li><li><p>Performs all other duties as assigned<br>
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>Rice University HR | Benefits: </i></b><i>https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
</i></p><p><b><i>Rice Mission and Values: </i></b><i>Mission and Values | Rice University
</i></p><p><i>Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University&rsquo;s Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.<br>
</i></p><p><br>
<i>If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.</i></p></div>
<br><div>Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Rice University is ranked among the nation&rsquo;s top 20 universities by U.S. News &amp; World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.</div>

Houston Forensic Science Center

<div><b>Job Description:</b><br>
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Shift: First Shift<p><br>
Under the direction of the General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs (GC DGA), the primary job duty of the Paralegal is to provide support to the Legal Division, and as requested, to forensic sections and business departments, in furtherance of their compliance with legal obligations. Primary support will be in assisting HFSC attorneys and the Public Information and Records Management Officer in complex administrative tasks related to legal research, writing, review, analysis, and compliance. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:</p><div><b>
Legal Division Support</b>&bull; As directed by the GC DGA, assist legal department with tasks in support of legal projects and duties, including but not limited to, contract review and drafting, legal research, editing and drafting legal documents and presentations.<br>
<ul><li>Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, and legal articles to research and analyze legal topics.</li><li>Drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, memorandums, presentations and motions.</li><li>Assists attorneys with depositions, witness interviews, discovery, and investigations in preparation for court appearances and administrative hearings.</li><li>Serve as contracts administrator for the Contracts Lifecycle Management System (CLMS), screening requests, managing user accounts, tracking review turnaround times through monthly and annual reports, responding to, and fixing system errors or referring errors to designated technical support resources. Provide assistance to the HFSC Public Information Officer in fulfilling records requests subject to the Public Information Act, including, but not limited to redacting records, drafting letters to the Texas Attorney General, and researching previous Open Records letter rulings and decisions from the Texas Attorney General's Office.</li><li>As requested, assist with compilation and review of complex discovery and records requests.</li><li>Assist with the post-conviction review team and workflow, serving as the post-conviction monitor when requested, researching cases, and providing updates to the team as needed.</li><li>Process expunctions and ensure appropriate documents are filed with the court and/or submitted to the parties, including, but not limited to logging, researching, and drafting and filing signature pages and waivers.</li><li>Assist in processing requests for HFSC forensic services and drafting outsourcing agreements under the guidance of the GC DGA.</li><li>Assist with Board meeting materials including drafting action item summaries, conducting research for agenda items, and serving as Board Secretary in the absence of the appointed Board Secretary.</li><li>Provide significant assistance to the HFSC Records Management Officer in administrative tasks related to records management projects.</li><li>Perform tasks in support of HFSC's overall records management processes, including but not limited to records audits, tracking, filing, cataloging, scanning, inventorying, and other related tasks.</li><li>Provide support to the Government and Public Affairs team, including but not limited to preparing documents and compiling data for meetings with elected and appointed officials as well as stakeholder leadership teams.</li><li>Recommends innovative new processes that will benefit the division.</li><li>Serve as s notary public for the organization.</li></ul><br>
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Forensic Section Support</b><br>
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&bull; As assigned or approved by the GC DGA, provide support and assistance to HFSC's seven (7) forensic sections, in furtherance of each section's compliance with legal obligations, including fulfilment of discovery request and subpoenas for records.&bull; Provide requested updates on court status and case disposition to sections to assist in resolution of pending records, subpoenas, and casework requests. &bull; Analyze and report subpoena tracking data, as requested.</div><b><br>
Experience and Skills:</b><b>MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS</b>Bachelor's degree in a related field is required. Paralegal certification is required, or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire from approved certification program. Failure to obtain certification will result in demotion, reassignment, or termination if no position exists for which the individual is qualified.<br>
<b>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS</b>&bull; Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar industry is required. Similar industries include experience in a legal department or law office, government, forensic laboratory (records department), court, or a county or district clerk's office. Experience need not be as a paralegal.&bull; Experience in Harris County Criminal Justice System and/or a forensic laboratory environment is a plus.<br>
<b>KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS</b>&bull; Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication.&bull; Ability to manage multiple projects with quick turnaround times simultaneously.&bull; Excellent attention to detail, laser focus on quality, and ability to consider the big picture.&bull; Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, including the confidence to interact with and influence personnel at all levels.&bull; Demonstrated ability to use complex analytical skills to select and execute duties. &bull; Demonstrated skills in listening, responsiveness, flexibility, initiative, decision-making, and conflict resolution.&bull; Demonstrated proficiency in Office Suite products; specifically, Microsoft TEAMS and Office 365.&bull; Motivated self-starter requiring minimal guidance yet possessing ability to know when to ask for help&bull; Strong initiative as well as excellent teamwork, creative thinking and problem-solving skills&bull; Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions to problems&bull; Excellent organization skills&bull; Desire to learn the organization operations as well as the culture of HFSC; ability to quickly assess risk and provide meaningful mission focused guidance.<br>
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<b>Job Benefits:</b><p>
Houston Forensic Science Center offers a competitive benefit and salary package.<br>
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From: Houston Forensic Science Center</p></div>

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