Sul Ross State University
Executive Assistant to the VP of Student Life
Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Texas, us, 79832
Executive Assistant to the VP of Student Life
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
PLEASE NOTE : All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.
Instructions to applicants
PLEASE NOTE
: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.
Job Title Executive Assistant to the VP of Student Life
Location Alpine
Department Student Life Department
Job No. 999168
Posting Date 11/04/2025
End Date Until Filled
Appointment Date —
Salary $36,568
Required Bachelor’s Degree. Two to three years of related office experience or training.
Preferred Master’s Degree. Four years of related experience, with part at SRSU or other university.
Primary Responsibilities Summary of Duties
The Executive Assistant to the VP of Student Life; administrative details and performs administrative functions that require knowledge of procedures and operations and an understanding of the University’s role within the community; has recurring contact with members of the Texas State University System, senior administrators and executives, public and private officials, the media, students, and parents; exercises initiative and independent judgment in managing Vice President and Dean of Student Life schedule and the office procedures; and uses discretion in the dissemination of information to faculty, students, staff and the various publics served by the University and coordinates activities with several major subordinate administrative units of the University.
Skills
Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills are required; i.e., the ability to communicate effectively verbally and through written correspondence as well as in communicating with individuals in one‑on‑one situations. Exceptional command of grammar, punctuation, spelling and correct usage of the English language is required. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is preferred. Attention to detail is required. Computer literacy is required and includes keyboarding ability and proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. Excellent organizational skills are required. Must be able to work independently, use initiative, and make substantive decisions quickly. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential: Assigns and reviews work of small clerical staff; keeps various administrative fiscal, and/or academic records; prepares and/or verifies documents for accuracy. Reports; composes correspondence for signature; compiles complex reports which may include research, calculation, and composition; requisitions and maintains supplies of materials; provides individuals and general public with information policies and procedures; may make arrangements for travel, meetings, and special programs; performs tasks requiring high level of skill transcribing materials from dictation or draft; operates computer utilizing advanced expertise for word processing, spreadsheet applications, and/or database management; operates administrative computer for entering data, querying, and compiling reports; may maintain department web pages.
Non‑Essential: Duties unique the office, and other duties as assigned.
Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Position is Security Sensitive.
Supervision Received: The Executive Assistant reports to the VP of Student Affairs. Given: Supervises student and other classified employees.
Working Conditions Usual: Office conditions; standard hours; exempt from overtime provisions. Position is Security Sensitive.
Special: May be required to work evenings/weekends for university events.
Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.
Other Information It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On‑Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On‑Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432‑837‑8424 or emailing
stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life‑changing experience has a multi‑generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first‑generation college students as well as non‑traditional students, international students, student‑athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit
www.sulross.edu .
Required Documents
Resume
Letter of Intent
Optional Documents
Transcripts
Letter of Recommendation (1)
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Instructions to applicants
PLEASE NOTE
: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.
Job Title Executive Assistant to the VP of Student Life
Location Alpine
Department Student Life Department
Job No. 999168
Posting Date 11/04/2025
End Date Until Filled
Appointment Date —
Salary $36,568
Required Bachelor’s Degree. Two to three years of related office experience or training.
Preferred Master’s Degree. Four years of related experience, with part at SRSU or other university.
Primary Responsibilities Summary of Duties
The Executive Assistant to the VP of Student Life; administrative details and performs administrative functions that require knowledge of procedures and operations and an understanding of the University’s role within the community; has recurring contact with members of the Texas State University System, senior administrators and executives, public and private officials, the media, students, and parents; exercises initiative and independent judgment in managing Vice President and Dean of Student Life schedule and the office procedures; and uses discretion in the dissemination of information to faculty, students, staff and the various publics served by the University and coordinates activities with several major subordinate administrative units of the University.
Skills
Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills are required; i.e., the ability to communicate effectively verbally and through written correspondence as well as in communicating with individuals in one‑on‑one situations. Exceptional command of grammar, punctuation, spelling and correct usage of the English language is required. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is preferred. Attention to detail is required. Computer literacy is required and includes keyboarding ability and proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. Excellent organizational skills are required. Must be able to work independently, use initiative, and make substantive decisions quickly. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential: Assigns and reviews work of small clerical staff; keeps various administrative fiscal, and/or academic records; prepares and/or verifies documents for accuracy. Reports; composes correspondence for signature; compiles complex reports which may include research, calculation, and composition; requisitions and maintains supplies of materials; provides individuals and general public with information policies and procedures; may make arrangements for travel, meetings, and special programs; performs tasks requiring high level of skill transcribing materials from dictation or draft; operates computer utilizing advanced expertise for word processing, spreadsheet applications, and/or database management; operates administrative computer for entering data, querying, and compiling reports; may maintain department web pages.
Non‑Essential: Duties unique the office, and other duties as assigned.
Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Position is Security Sensitive.
Supervision Received: The Executive Assistant reports to the VP of Student Affairs. Given: Supervises student and other classified employees.
Working Conditions Usual: Office conditions; standard hours; exempt from overtime provisions. Position is Security Sensitive.
Special: May be required to work evenings/weekends for university events.
Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.
Other Information It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On‑Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On‑Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432‑837‑8424 or emailing
stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life‑changing experience has a multi‑generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first‑generation college students as well as non‑traditional students, international students, student‑athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit
www.sulross.edu .
Required Documents
Resume
Letter of Intent
Optional Documents
Transcripts
Letter of Recommendation (1)
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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