Health & Human Services Comm
Administrative Asst III
Health & Human Services Comm, Richmond, Texas, United States, 77406
Job Description:Performs complex (journey-level) administrative support work. Work involves providing internal administrative support including disseminating information, assisting with maintaining filing systems, and preparing and editing reports and documents. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions:Prepares and disseminates information concerning agency programs and procedures.Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, studies, forms, and documents.Performs general office duties such as filing and maintaining a filing system, answering, and routing phone calls, and ordering and maintaining office supplies.Responds to inquiries and explains rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Coordinates meetings, conferences, and seminars.Compiles and enters data for charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or reports.May manage and maintain schedules and travel arrangements for managers and directors.May prepare and compile presentation and training materials.May provide guidance to others.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.Ability to implement administrative procedures; to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to provide guidance to others.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:N/A
Initial Selection Criteria:Experienced in office practices and administrative procedures.Experienced in the use of office computers, telephone systems, and software.
Additional Information:Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS OIG List of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18 - 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to Random drug testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
MOS Code:Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 60U, 60W, 210X, 92, MED10, 44PX.All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For additional information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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Essential Job Functions:Prepares and disseminates information concerning agency programs and procedures.Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, studies, forms, and documents.Performs general office duties such as filing and maintaining a filing system, answering, and routing phone calls, and ordering and maintaining office supplies.Responds to inquiries and explains rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Coordinates meetings, conferences, and seminars.Compiles and enters data for charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or reports.May manage and maintain schedules and travel arrangements for managers and directors.May prepare and compile presentation and training materials.May provide guidance to others.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.Ability to implement administrative procedures; to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to provide guidance to others.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:N/A
Initial Selection Criteria:Experienced in office practices and administrative procedures.Experienced in the use of office computers, telephone systems, and software.
Additional Information:Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS OIG List of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18 - 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to Random drug testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
MOS Code:Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 60U, 60W, 210X, 92, MED10, 44PX.All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For additional information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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