It Business Administrator Intern

Requisition ID: req986 Employment Type: Unclassified Temporary Full-Time (UFP) Division:IT Business Administration Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00, Hourly Wage Location: Red River Job Closing: January 18th at 5:00 pm, CST

WHO WE ARE:
The Information Technology (IT) Division lays the foundation for TRS to deliver excellent service experiences across the organization and with our members. We serve with purpose through mentorship and collaboration across a diverse team unified by innovation to create technology and information solutions that have a positive impact on our members' lives.
We invite you to join one of Austin's Top Workplaces. TRS offers a best-in-class combination of technology and continuous learning opportunities to equip you to solve problems, expand your knowledge, and create impact for 1 in 20 Texans.

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Note: This position is a full-time, limited term assignment.

The IT Business Administrator intern is responsible for assisting with IT contract management, staffing resources and asset management. This position will support agency operations with a primary focus on gaining practical work experience and business skills with hands-on contract management, staff management and asset management. The incumbent will proactively work with Information Technology (IT) contract subject matter experts, Procurement and Contracts (P&C) Team and agency employees.

This position will start on June 5th and will end on August 9th of 2024.
Salary will be dependent upon education level:
Undergraduate (Senior) - $23.00/hour
Graduate Student - $25.00/hour

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Contracts, Staffing & Asset Management
Assist with requisition entry into PAVES System
Assist with monitoring IT Budgets & Upcoming Procurements
Assist with IT Staffing Management - Includes monitoring and reporting on open positions & standing up training/development program for IT Division (IT Academy).
General Functions
May assist in researching, compiling, and analyzing data; entering data into spreadsheets, databases, and other automated applications; and preparing complex queries and reports.
May review forms, correspondence, reports, and other documents for completeness and acceptability.
May assist in reviewing and analyzing agency policies, procedures, and forms and recommending changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Assists in completing special projects.
Performs related work as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
Required Education
Currently enrolled in and actively attending an accredited college or university as an undergraduate student with a declared major in business administration, finance or closely related field; OR
Enrolled as a graduate student (Master or Doctoral) in business administration, finance, or closely related field.
Applicant will be required to submit a copy of official college transcript.
Required Experience
None.
Required Registration, Certification, Licensure
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Letter(s) of recommendation from program professor(s) are strongly encouraged.
Experience using Microsoft Office software.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Contracts, finance, and information technology concepts and terminology.
Skills in:
Effective verbal and written communication of complex information, including preparing analysis and recommendations.
Using a computer in a Windows environment with word processing spreadsheet, database, and other business software.
Planning, organizing, and prioritizing work assignments to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced and changing environment, and completing detailed work with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to:
Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and external contacts.
Thrive in an environment driven by change and improvement

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Codes:
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with experience in the Military Occupational Specialty ( https://www.trs.texas.gov/files/trs-military-crosswalk.xlsx ) along with the minimum qualifications listed above may meet the minimum requirements and are highly encouraged to apply. Please contact Talent Acquisition at  careers@trs.texas.gov  with questions or for additional information.
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