Administrative Support Specialist - Payroll, HR & Budgeting

City of Laredo; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Laredo seeks an experienced administrative professional to support one or more departments. You will handle payroll and budget processes, maintain personnel files, purchase orders, and provide high quality customer service.

Responsibilities include processing payroll, overseeing purchasing, assisting with hiring, travel arrangements, and keeping accurate financial records. A valid Texas driver license is required; prior experience with AS400 and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college hours required.
• Minimum 5 years of advanced administrative support experience.
• Valid Texas driver license required and background check.

Responsibilities

• Manages and processes payroll for the department with proper documentation.
• Oversees department purchasing; vendors, requisitions, and purchase orders.
• Supports hiring by posting requisitions and scheduling interviews.
• Prepares travel arrangements for department needs.
• Maintains personnel files and handles financial record-keeping.

Skills

Planning & organization

Customer service

Attention to detail

Report preparation

Written & oral communication

Time management

Education

Associate's degree or 60 college hours

5+ years advanced admin support experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS400

Job description

The City of Laredo seeks an experienced administrative professional to support one or more departments. You will handle payroll and budget processes, maintain personnel files, purchase orders, and provide high quality customer service.

Responsibilities include processing payroll, overseeing purchasing, assisting with hiring, travel arrangements, and keeping accurate financial records. A valid Texas driver license is required; prior experience with AS400 and Microsoft Office is preferred.