Public Sector Secretary — Organized Admin Support with Impact

City of Pharr; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The City of Pharr is seeking a dedicated Secretary to support its public-sector operations and keep the department running smoothly for residents.

You’ll handle clerical tasks, draft and proof correspondence, organize agendas and records, and coordinate office workflows with discretion.

Ideal candidates bring knowledge of municipal procedures, strong communication, and a commitment to confidentiality and accuracy in a busy office.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic public agency functions, including boards and commissioners.
• Knowledge of office procedures, equipment, and computer applications.
• Familiarity with basic budget preparation/ administration principles; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clerical and secretarial support for assigned programs and department operations
• Prepare, format, edit, and process documents such as correspondence, agenda items, reports, agreements, ordinances, and resolutions
• Maintain organized records and filing systems; manage office workflows with accuracy and discretion
• Use office technology (word processing, spreadsheets, databases) to support reporting and administrative needs

Skills

Public agency basics

Office procedures & devices

Budget basics

Phone etiquette & confidentiality

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The City of Pharr is seeking a dedicated Secretary to support its public-sector operations and keep the department running smoothly for residents.

You’ll handle clerical tasks, draft and proof correspondence, organize agendas and records, and coordinate office workflows with discretion.

Ideal candidates bring knowledge of municipal procedures, strong communication, and a commitment to confidentiality and accuracy in a busy office.