Job Description
MidWest Criminal Justice Administrative Specialist Location Wichita, KS : Position Details
Position Title MidWest Criminal Justice Administrative Specialist Position Number NEW Position Status Full-Time Regular Work Hours Typically Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; work is performed onsite and in-person. Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Description University Overview Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong. Position Specific Responsibilities Reporting to the Program Director for the MidWest Criminal Justice Institute, this position will coordinate, attend, prepare materials for and/or take minutes at meetings and special events, prepare or assist in the preparation of grant applications, proposals, status reports and/or financial statements and identify and pursue ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative procedures used by students, faculty, visitors and staff. They also will maintain sufficient inventory of office supplies and equipment and may be assigned to lead, assist, coordinate or support special projects as needed. Summary of Responsibilities Performs a variety of professional and administrative duties that facilitate the operations of a function(s), program(s), and/or department(s). Essential Functions Supports the programs and services provided by the department(s) by performing varied or related processes which may include creating and maintaining databases and websites, monitoring, facilitating, and enforcing compliance with established criteria, guidelines and standards, etc. May coordinate, attend, prepare materials for and/or take minutes at meetings and special events. May prepare or assist in the preparation of budgets, grant applications, proposals, status reports and/or financial statements. May identify and pursue ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative procedures used by students, faculty, visitors and staff. May order and maintain sufficient inventory of supplies and equipment, as needed. May be assigned to lead, assist, coordinate or support special projects as needed. Commitment Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play. Requirements Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent by hire date
Preferred Education Minimum Experience Two (2) years of experience in general office, clerical, administrative support or related field
Preferred Experience - Marketing, Sales experience background.
- Knowledge of small business startup, entrepreneurship practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must have excellent organizational and project management skills as well as ability to multitask.
- Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail, think critically, and to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable communicating with internal and external partners who interact with Wichita State University's research, innovation, and commercialization; this includes researchers, inventors, teaching faculty, entrepreneurs, business leaders at all levels, administrators, students, and representatives of all levels of local, state and federal government.
- An agile mindset, can-do attitude and willingness to tackle any task needed to get the job done with the unwavering support of teammates and leadership.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic communications software; ability and initiative to learn new systems and programs.
Licenses, Certificates and Registrations None
Sponsorship No, due to export control requirements, the University cannot sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position.
User Export Compliance This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person”.
Additional Information Special Instructions Department Information
Department 102839-MidWest Criminal Justice Institute Salary Information
Pay Information Commensurate with experience
Overtime Eligibility Yes
Eligible for Shift Differential? No
Benefits Eligible? Yes
Benefit Information Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
- Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
- Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
- Generous time off accruals
- Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 8 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.
- Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.
- Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Shared Leave Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart
You can find more information on benefits in the
New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide .
Requisition Details
Requisition Details
Posting Date 11/07/2025
Closing Date Proposed Start Date Physical Demands
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
Physical Weight Category Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Additional Physical Demands
Physical Demands Atypical Physical Job Requirements
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Shift work,