TDCJ - Administrative Assistant II - Field Operati

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is seeking an Administrative Assistant II - Field Operations to support agency programs and services. The role involves preparing and disseminating information, handling complex typing, and maintaining filing systems.

You will assist in researching and editing agency documents, respond to inquiries about rules and procedures, and perform criminal information searches using DPS systems. Training and technical assistance to others are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of full-time customer service or admin experience.
• Ability to obtain a TLETS certificate within six months of employment.
• Prepare, edit and distribute agency documents; perform complex typing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports and forms; maintain filing systems.
• Perform complex typing and assist in researching, composing, and editing agency documents.
• Conduct criminal information searches using the DPS system access.
• Organize, assign, and review work; assist in training and providing technical assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Typing

Computer operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

TLETS training certificate

Tools

TLETS system access

Job description

• Must have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) policy and procedures training from the Texas Department of Public Safety within six months of employment date.You'd be a GREAT fit if:You have graduated from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GEDYou have six months full-time, wage-earning customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, or technical program support experience.You have computer operations experience preferred. You have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) policy and procedures training from the Texas Department of Public Safety within six months of employment date.You are able to prepare and disseminate information concerning agency programs and services; responds to inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; and assists in the development of administrative and technical assistance policies and procedures. You can prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, studies, forms, and other documents; performs complex typing; assists in researching, composing, designing, and editing agency documents; and maintains filing and record keeping systems. You can perform criminal information searches and retrieval using Texas Department of Public Safety criminal history system access. You can organize, assign, and review the work of others; and assists in training and providing technical assistance to others. You can perform a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.You have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. You are able to work in conditions inside, around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. You can use equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.
• Administrative Assistant II - Field Operations Additional Information:Travel None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Rednoida Higgins-Alexander Sharon BayliffHiring Manager OR Human Resources713-685-7153 [e-mail] [e-mail] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsAdditional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.