Administrative Asst III

Texas Department of State Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to provide routine administrative support for the Newborn Screening Unit. You will distribute program information, maintain filing systems, and assist with reports, travel, inventory, and meeting preparation.

Strong communication, organization, and privacy awareness are essential. Responsibilities include handling calls and emails, coordinating meetings, assisting HR tasks, and ensuring accurate data

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to work 8 hours daily, Monday to Friday.
• Experience using office equipment and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provides general administrative and customer support for the Newborn Screening Unit.
• Manages mail, email, phone inquiries, and filing; supports travel arrangements and meetings.
• Maintains electronic and paper filing systems; prepares reports and training materials.
• Supports HR processes such as onboarding and employee records; assists Advisory Committee activities.
• Coordinates meetings, takes and distributes minutes, and arranges room setup and AV equipment.
• Assists with travel vouchers, supply orders, and vendor coordination; maintains inventory and requisitions.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support agency privacy compliance and unit operations.

Skills

Verbal and written communications

Typing 50-90 wpm

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Date: Aug 12, 2026

Location: AUSTIN, TX

DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us.

Employee Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page.

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Functional Title: Administrative Asst III

Job Title: Administrative Asst III

Agency: Dept of State Health Services

Department: Newborn Screening

Posting Number: 20012

Closing Date: 08/26/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support

Salary Range: $2,953.25 - $3,580.00

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13

Shift: Day

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)

Other Locations:

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Brief Job Description

Responsible for providing routine administrative support for assigned areas of the Newborn Screening (NBS) Unit. Distributes program information to internal and external customers verbally and in writing. Maintains NBS filing systems and spreadsheets. Helps with the preparation of reports, travel arrangements, supply inventory and ordering, scheduling and preparation for virtual and in-person meetings. Receives incoming telephone calls, faxes, e-mails. Scans and distributes documents for all areas of the Newborn Screening. Works with internal and external vendors. Generates work orders to support copiers, faxes, computers, phones, or other equipment. Helps with on- and off-boarding of employees. Responsible following agency processes to support privacy requirements. Serves as back-up to the unit Administrative Assistant IV. Work involves supporting the work of the unit staff, keeping filing systems, giving information, and communicating with internal and external customers. Assists the Advisory Committee position. The position requires communication skills, thoughtfulness, organizational and planning skills to carry out assignments independently. Works under general supervision of the Newborn Special Projects Manager with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

EJF 1 (20%) Provides general administrative and customer support for the Newborn Screening Unit. Creates and edits documents using Excel and Word. Reviews documents for accuracy, grammar, formatting, and accessibility, following agency guidelines. Provides administrative support for Newborn Screening meetings, committees, and training. Receives, analyzes, distributes, and takes proper action for incoming mail, email, and telephone calls for the unit. Scans documents, distributes scanned electronic documents to program staff, and enters data from scanned documents into proper databases. Organizes, and distributes information, including educational materials, staff training materials, and policies and procedures.

EJF 2 (20%) Evaluates requests and inquiries to decide which are priority matters and alerts accordingly for unit Managers and manages Outlook and meetings for the unit managers. Keeps Manager informed of pending decisions and commitments. Compiles and enters data for charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or reports into DSHS databases. Helps in the preparation of reports. Helps with scheduling, records management, and notes. Assists the Advisory Committee position.

EJF 3 (10%) Maintains electronic filing systems and ensures folder access according to policy and procedures. Submits work orders and requests, giving staff appropriate access to shared folders and SharePoint. Maintains employee information in secure folders. Coordinates review of access to shared folders to ensure privacy standards are met.

EJF 3 (15%) Assist unit managers with general human resources work, including employee hiring and exiting processes, orientation of new employees, scheduling interviews, creating new employee files, creating, and distributing protocols and orientation packets, and sending new employee paperwork.

EJF 4 (15%) Coordinates assigned virtual and in-person meetings within the unit, supporting groups as needed. Records, transcribes, and distributes minutes within established time limits as directed by the Manager or designee. Helps director’s administrative assistant in maintenance of the master schedule of all meetings. Responsible for making necessary room arrangements and coordinating set-up and audiovisual equipment, and other planning tasks, as needed. Prepares, plans, and prepares handouts and other materials necessary for assigned meetings, as needed.

EJF 5 (15%) Helps with travel arrangements and prepares travel vouchers; monitors supplies and completes supply orders. Coordinates internal and external vendors and DSHS Information Systems to ensure office equipment stays in working order. Generates, sends, and keeps records of work orders to support copiers, computers, phones, or other equipment. Makes sure actions are completed. Maintains inventory and orders supplies and equipment as needed. Enters requisitions into the DSHS financial information system with accuracy and timeliness. Tracks orders and documents the accuracy of the order and recipient. Makes sure actions are completed. Maintains a schedule and informs leadership of agency deadlines for sending orders.

EJF 6 (5%) Other duties as assigned include, but are not limited to, actively taking part in and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment or location.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• English grammar, spelling, punctuation.
• Use printers, copiers, fax machines, and phones.
• Preparation of forms, records, and reports.
• State travel policies and procedures.
• Ordering office supplies and coordinating maintenance of office supply equipment.

Skill In

• Verbal and written communications.
• Answering a multi-line telephone.
• Writing, proof reading, editing, and formatting high level written reports and correspondence.
• Using computer and software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Pro and other spreadsheets, databases, or software programs.
• Learning computer programs to complete specific tasks.
• Taking meeting notes and/or transcribing minutes of meetings.
• Problem solving and attention to detail.
• Time management, organizing workloads, and setting priorities to meet deadlines.

Ability To

• Work independently when carrying out administrative tasks and with groups of people.
• Type 50-90 words per minute.
• Follow agency writing guidelines.
• Follow written procedures and job aids.
• Prioritize work, complete assignments on time, and meet stringent deadlines.
• Coordinate and train administrative personnel.
• Read and interpret agency, division and program policies and procedures.
• Show problems and suggest or implement solutions when appropriate.
• Deal with stressful situations in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information/issues.
• Work in a team environment.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

Not applicable

Initial Screening Criteria

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Able to work 8 hours a day from Monday – Friday.
• Experience using office equipment and computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at [e-mail].

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, And Work Eligibility

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form

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