Senior Administrative Assistant, Public Health Programs

Texas Department of State Health Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in San Antonio seeks an Administrative Assistant IV to provide senior-level administrative support for two Public Health Region 8 programs. You will manage records, assist with budget and purchasing, and coordinate meetings, travel, and events.

The role requires an associate degree with 2+ years (or 4+ years) of clerical experience, a valid Texas driver’s license, and completion of FEMA IS coursework within 12 months. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited institution and at least two (2) years of clerical or administrative support work.
• OR at least four (4) years of experience performing clerical or administrative support work.
• Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license.
• Must successfully complete FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 within twelve (12) months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-level administrative support for two Public Health Region 8 programs: Preparedness and Response, and Epidemiology.
• Coordinates records, file management, and training tracking; prepares summaries and reports.
• Supports budget, purchasing, and procurement activities; processes orders and maintains records.
• Plans and coordinates meetings, travel, conferences, and events; provides on-site support as needed.

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services in San Antonio seeks an Administrative Assistant IV to provide senior-level administrative support for two Public Health Region 8 programs. You will manage records, assist with budget and purchasing, and coordinate meetings, travel, and events.

The role requires an associate degree with 2+ years (or 4+ years) of clerical experience, a valid Texas driver’s license, and completion of FEMA IS coursework within 12 months. Travel up to 25% may be required.