Part-Time Administrative Specialist I

City of Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pool membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

City of Conroe is seeking a courteous receptionist for the City Secretary's Office to handle routine clerical and customer service duties. You will answer phones, direct calls, and assist visitors with professionalism and courtesy.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related clerical experience. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred, and the role emphasizes accurate data entry and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year related clerical experience in a customer service or public contact setting.
• Microsoft Office experience (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.) preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle interruptions and assist visitors professionally.

Responsibilities

• Answer the telephone, direct incoming calls, and provide receptionist duties.
• Deliver excellent customer service to visitors to the City Secretary's Office.
• Perform routine clerical tasks in a public service setting.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Typing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Publisher

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs routine clerical, customer service duties including answering the telephone and directing incoming calls while providing general receptionist duties and excellent customer service for visitors to the City of Conroe's City Secretary's Office.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. One year related clerical experience in a customer service or public contact setting.

Special Requirements

Microsoft Office experience (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.) preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in communication, both verbal and written
• Ability to interact with the public in a professional and pleasant manner in person and on the telephone
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products and other general office equipment
• Typing/Keyboarding; Good to excellent grammar skills are a must
• Ability to work with constant interruptions
• Ability to count change and other cash handling skills
• Basic knowledge of sports in reference to processing reservations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers an employee assistance program and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities for all employees. Starting salary for this position is $18.29 hourly.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.