Administrative Assistant-Emergency Communications-Sheriff's Office

Fort-Bend-County,-Tx; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 54,801,000 - 73,729,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a clerical professional to support the Sheriff’s Office in Richmond, Texas. The role includes answering phones, processing mail, managing timesheets, and assisting staff and the public.

Responsibilities include notarizing documents as needed and maintaining organized records. A Nelson-Denny testing requirement applies to all applicants, with scheduling handled through Human Resources.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of clerical experience preferred.
• Good computer and typing skills.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all clerical duties for the department.
• Answers telephone inquiries and routes to the appropriate person.
• Provides information and assists employees, attorneys, and the public.
• Completes timesheets for payroll for all division employees.
• Orders and stocks supplies; processes mail.

Skills

Clerical skills

Typing

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 REQUIREMENTSU.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent ResidentHigh School Diploma/GED2 years job related clerical experienceValid Texas Driver’s LicenseGood 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-4:00pm***Nelson Denny Test – Call to schedule: (Penni Fields) 281-238-1586 or (J.R. Galvan) 281-238-1587.Nelson Denny Test: 35 MinutesLocation (Gus George Academy Building):Fort Bend County Sheriff’s OfficeHuman Resources1521 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 144Richmond, Texas 77469Salary Range: $22.50 per hourClosing Date: Upon filling positionAll 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/complyFort 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.