PART TIME CLERK ENGINEERING

McLennan County (TX); Waco (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

McLennan County’s Engineering Department seeks an Administrative Support Specialist to assist with records, maps, and GIS data tasks. You will answer phones, file, and help public inquiries while supporting engineers on projects. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

GIS knowledge is a plus; accuracy and timeliness are emphasized. Office hours are typical business times, with potential light travel for meetings.

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Be self-motivated and hardworking.
• Enthusiasm to acquire and share information.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the public and County staff.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff/department; provide general information.
• Sort and index files/documents for accessibility.
• Assist in development and maintenance of GIS data as needed.
• Assist appraisers, County departments, private business, and taxpayers with research and correcting errors on records.
• Prepare, update, and distribute maps and related documents (ownership, permits, floodplain, roads).
• Assist the public in using maps and documents maintained by the department.
• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Time management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ArcMap

Job description

The Engineering Department directs the preparation and specifications necessary for preparing plans and estimates for County engineering projects. This position will work in a team environment to provide support to the department and assist with special projects.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff/department. Provides general information to members of the public and outside agencies
• Sort and index files/documents to be more accessible for employees and members of the public
• Assist in the development and maintenance of Geographic Information System data as needed
• Assist appraisers, County departments, private business, and taxpayers with research and correcting errors on records
• Prepare, update, and distribute sets of property ownership maps, permits and floodplain maps, county roads maps, and other types of maps with new information as it becomes available
• Assist the public in the use of the various maps and documents maintained by the department
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Education

Required:

High School Diploma or GED

Skills and Experience

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Be self-motivated and hard working
• Possess enthusiasm to acquire and share information
• Excellent time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Excel etc)
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with County employees and the general public in person and by telephone

Preferred:

• Knowledgeable in ArcMap and/or similar G.I.S. software

DISCLAIMER: McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past ten years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.

Environmental Factors

Individual works indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned office. Position may require travel to meetings, conferences and workshops

Physical Demand Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, bending and walking
• Includes a small amount of light-lifting (30-40 lbs.) and carrying up light loads for distances of up to 120 ft.
• Continuous reading and communicating both on the telephone and in person
• Continuous use of the computer and keyboard

Hours / Special Conditions

Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Part time shift hours are dependent on the needs of the office