Administrative Assistant-Emergency Communications-Sheriff's Office

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

TCDRS retirement benefits

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Richmond, Texas is seeking a detail-oriented clerical professional to perform all departmental duties, answer telephone inquiries, route information, assist attorneys and the public, and manage mail and supplies.

The role requires strong organization, good typing and computer skills, and reliable timekeeping; applicants must schedule and pass the Nelson-Denny test through the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.
• 2 years job related clerical experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Good computer and typing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and record keeping ability.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Notarize documents as needed (when required).
• IMPORTANT – TESTING REQUIREMENT.

Responsibilities

• Performs all clerical duties for department.
• Answers telephone inquiries and/or routes to appropriate person.
• Provides information and assists staff, attorneys, and the public.
• Completes timesheets for payroll for all division employees.
• Orders and stocks supplies.
• Processes incoming and interoffice mail.
• Notarize documents as needed.
• Participates in emergency management duties during a local state of disaster.

Skills

Clerical skills

Typing

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office

Notary

Job description

If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):

Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Performs all clerical duties for department.
• Answers telephone inquiries and/or routes to appropriate person.
• Provides information as requested and assists other employees, attorneys, and the public.
• Completes timesheets for payroll for all division employees.
• Orders and stock supplies
• Process incoming and interoffice mail.
• Notarize documents as needed.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident
• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 years job related clerical experience
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Good computer and typing skills.
• Strong organizational skills; record keeping ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• IMPORTANT – TESTING REQUIREMENT (PLEASE READ)

All applicants must schedule and pass the required Nelson-Denny (Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary) Test prior to moving forward in the hiring process.

Applicants MUST contact the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources to schedule the test before proceeding. Do Not wait until later in the process.

How to Schedule Your Test

Contact the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources directly Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am-4:0pm

• Nelson Denny Test – Call to schedule: (Penni Fields) 281-238-1586 or (J.R. Galvan) 281-238-1587.

Nelson Denny Test: 35 Minutes

Location (Gus George Academy Building):

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office

Human Resources

1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 144

Richmond, Texas 77469

Salary Range: $22.50 per hour

Closing Date: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.