Impactful State Hospitals Operations Admin Assistant

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Austin is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to support State Hospitals Operations. The role provides complex administrative support to program staff and leadership, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and coordination of human resources tasks within Central Administration.

As a full-time role, the position offers a day shift with potential telework, up to 20% travel, and a comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of clerical, secretarial, or office experience required.
• One year experience arranging travel for a group of staff required.
• Pass fingerprint background check, pre-employment drug screen, and related checks.

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or overtime as needed.
• Coordinates travel arrangements including airfare, hotel, and rental car, and submits travel reimbursements.
• Keeps an efficient office environment, maintains confidentiality, and supports Central Administration staff.
• Develops and maintains filing, record-keeping, and records management systems for the Operations team.
• Assists with HR-related activities such as onboarding/offboarding and procurement.

Skills

Travel coordination

Calendar management

Office administration

Microsoft Office

Records management

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Austin is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to support State Hospitals Operations. The role provides complex administrative support to program staff and leadership, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and coordination of human resources tasks within Central Administration.

As a full-time role, the position offers a day shift with potential telework, up to 20% travel, and a comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid