Public Health Administrative Specialist III

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dept of State Health Services in Austin, TX is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to support the Newborn Screening unit. You will manage filing, prepare reports, arrange travel, and coordinate meetings with staff and external partners.

The role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to work with sensitive information, and the capacity to handle multiple tasks under supervision with independent initiative.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Provides general administrative support for the Newborn Screening Unit.
• Manages meetings and schedules for unit managers.
• Handles travel arrangements and reimbursements.
• Maintains electronic and physical filing systems.
• Supports advisory committee activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Policy interpretation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Pro

Job description

Dept of State Health Services in Austin, TX is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to support the Newborn Screening unit. You will manage filing, prepare reports, arrange travel, and coordinate meetings with staff and external partners.

The role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to work with sensitive information, and the capacity to handle multiple tasks under supervision with independent initiative.