In Texas, Administrative Coordinator roles in Communication Sciences & Disorders are often tied to university or clinic operations, where steady demand comes from the need to keep student, faculty, and patient-facing workflows organized. These roles are competitive because employers look for strong Banner and Workday skills, clear verbal and written communication, and alignment with a Christian university mission. Review the original posting carefully and tailor your application to show both software experience and mission fit; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help save research time.
Quick overview
Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Chair and faculty of the Communication Sciences & Disorders department. Manage departmental budgets, student records, and coordinate academic events and meetings.
Requirements summary
Requires professional computer competency with specific software like Banner and Workday, along with strong verbal and written communication skills. Candidates must be professing Christians willing to support the university's mission.
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Job description
This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. With direct supervision by, and responsibility to, the Chair of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, carry out assigned department activities to ensure a smooth, productive operation of the academic and administrative functions.
Basic Responsibilities Perform general secretarial and clerical duties Assist chair, program directors and faculty in tasks related to performance of academic and administrative duties.
Promote a positive image of the department through relationships with administrators, students, and all others who have contact.
Other duties as assigned Essential Duties Other duties may be assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.General secretarial and clerical duties Prepare correspondence for department chair and program directors.
Assist in calendar management for department chair.
Assist in processing and distributing reports for department chair and program directors.
Attend meetings and provide minutes.
Coordinate meals for meetings when appropriate.
Assist in the organization of specific meetings such as the annual retreat and specific student meetings (such as end of the year honors meetings).
Assist with attendance management of NSSHLA meetings/chapels.
Budget duties for department, including monthly reports, paying bills, collecting receipts for pcard charges and ensuring expenses are charged to the correct accounts.
Act as a consultant to all faculty and staff in assisting with charges to the department budget.
Manage students as needed and student events.
Determine new students in program.
Manage student records for use by department.
Register Abilene graduate students.
Assist with graduate admissions.
Assist with graduate assistant (GA) management.
Assist with UG recruiting events.
Manage student exit surveys.
Assist department chair in the collection of program outcome results at the end of each semester.
Assist in tasks related to performance of academic and administrative duties Order office supplies and other tools needed for department Prepare and maintain faculty/facilitator credential files for department Maintain course syllabi and faculty rosters for administration.
Promote a positive image of the department Act as a front-line receptionist for the department, creating a positive environment for both faculty-staff and students.
Send welcome emails to new students and birthday emails to all students.
Serve as back-up to building administrator with building maintenance issues, as well as department equipment issues.
Professional Development Requirements Skills Proficiency with PC operating system and familiarity with others.
Use of software provided by the university for faculty, staff and student use.
This will include, but not be limited to, the programs of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Zoom, and PowerPoint).
ACU Banner Student and Finance system and Workday.
Training Modules Required Banner Student and Finance and Workday Microsoft Office and web-based communication (as needed) PC computer operations Qualifications: Professional Computer competency, with knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the current ACU computer technology and use of ACU-related software packages College level verbal and written communication skills Documented education and experience related to stated responsibilities and duties.
Personal Interpersonal skills, including effective public presence, clear and productive communication, and ability to build effective working relationships.
Flexibility in work conduct, discretion and confidentiality in handling information related to the university and its faculty, staff, and students.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Personal time management that promotes multi-tasking and functioning productively under pressure in a busy office atmosphere.
Physical Demands Ability and energy to physically negotiate the ACU campus and its buildings.
Sitting and computer posture for periods of up to 30 minutes at a time Lifting/moving of office-related items for storage (up to 25 pounds.) Physical capabilities to engage in all responsibilities and essential duties identified in this position description.
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets.
Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.
Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations.
This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs.
It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities.
ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world.
ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
Questions?
Contact Human Resources at humanresources@acu.edu or call 325-674-2359.
