Head Start Secretary

Young World Physical Education; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,960 - 43,166; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Head Start Secretary in Houston, Texas. This full-time role requires providing clerical support to the Senior Director and Head Start office, along with managing communication within the department. Candidates must possess strong communication and customer service skills, along with proficiency in various software applications. A high school diploma is required, and applicants should have at least three years of related experience. The position offers a salary ranging from $34,960 to $43,166 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years related experience.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to the Senior Director and Head Start administrative office.
• Assist with processing and routing contracts and Memorandums of Understanding.
• Assist with scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Maintain good public relations with department personnel, clients, and the public.
• Answer telephones and assist parents, staff, and clients as needed.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interact with diverse populations

Effective/efficient interpersonal and analytical skills

Ability to work cohesively on an interdisciplinary team

Ability to consistently provide high-level customer service

Proficiency with computer systems and software applications

Accurate note-taking skills

Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

Ability to organize, prioritize and meet multiple deadlines

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Some college preferred

Tools

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Desktop publishing software

Job description

Head Start Secretary

Harris County Department of Education, Head Start - Central Office, Houston, Texas.

Job Details

Job ID: 5712095

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Provide clerical support to the Senior Director and Head Start administrative office.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED certificate, some college preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with diverse populations
• Effective/efficient interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to work cohesively on an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to consistently provide high-level customer service
• Proficiency with computer systems and software applications (database, spreadsheets, word processing, and some desktop publishing)
• Accurate note-taking skills
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet multiple deadlines

Experience: Minimum three years related experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist with processing and routing contracts and Memorandums of Understanding.
• Assist with Board Agenda Submission System input and workflow forms.
• Support and attend policy council meetings, trainings, and events.
• Assist with Timeclock input and verification.
• Assist with Procurement Card (P-card) reconciliation for the division.
• Assist with scheduling meetings and appointments as well as maintaining the calendar for the Senior Director and other personnel as assigned by the Senior Director.
• Maintain good public relations with department personnel, clients, and the public.
• Keep informed and comply with state, department, and division policies and regulations concerning primary job functions.
• Answer telephones and assist parents, staff, and clients as needed.
• Sort, distribute, and/or deliver mail and other documents in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $34,960 to $43,166 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]