Sr. Administrative Assistant - Legal Department - Civil Division

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a detail-oriented administrative professional to support the county offices. Responsibilities include notary duties, handling open records requests, payroll processing, and budget-related reporting.

The role requires strong computer skills and the ability to interact professionally with staff and the public. Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 years job related experience preferred.
• Strong computer and typing skills (40 wpm).
• Strong verbal skills and ability to interact effectively with employees and the public.

Responsibilities

• Serves as notary public and processes open records requests.
• Coordinates Commissioners Court agenda items and related paperwork.
• Assists with bi-weekly payroll processing.
• Requisitions supplies through County purchasing system and maintains department inventory.
• Acts as procurement card coordinator; researches and schedules travel and trainings.
• Creates and maintains budget reports and monitors departmental budget.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the “quality of life” for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Serves as notary public
• Processes open records requests
• Assists department with coordination of Commissioners Court agenda items and associated paperwork
• Assists with processing bi-weekly payroll
• Requisitions supplies through County purchasing system and maintains department inventory.
• Serves as department procurement card coordinator; researches and schedules department travel arrangements and trainings
• Creates and maintains reports and spreadsheets for budgetary items; Assists with preparation and monitoring of departmental budget
• Submits request to I.T. Department and Facilities Department when problems arise for all divisions
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma/GED.
• 4 years job related experience.
• Strong computer and typing skills (40 wpm).
• Strong verbal skills and the ability to interact effectively with other employees and the public.

SALARY RANGE: $20.71 - $25.89 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County’s Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.