Administrative Assistant-Emergency Communications-Sheriff's Office

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a clerical employee to perform all department duties and support routine office operations. The role requires strong computer and typing skills, plus excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities to assist the public and officials.

Applicants must complete the Nelson-Denny test and schedule with the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources. Salary is $22.50 per hour with standard county benefits; closing date is upon filling position.

Qualifications

• US citizen or US permanent resident
• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years clerical experience
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Good computer and typing skills
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the public and officials

Responsibilities

• Performs all clerical duties for department.
• Answers telephone inquiries and routes to appropriate person.
• Provides information to the public and staff.
• Completes timesheets for payroll for all division employees.
• Orders and stocks supplies.
• Processes incoming and interoffice mail.
• Notarizes documents as needed.
• Participates in emergency management activities during local disasters.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Texas Driver's License

Job description

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-4:00pm

***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

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the “quality of life” that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call “home”. Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.