Administrative Assistant III - Staff Services at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Huntsville, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative support, Data management, Report preparation, Filing systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Customer service, Problem-solving, Record keeping, Communication, Technical support, Criminal information retrieval, Fixed asset tracking, Policy compliance, Typing, Computer operations

Industry

Government Administration

Description

JOB SUMMARY Performs complex administrative support work. Work involves providing administrative support including disseminating information; assisting with maintaining filing systems; and preparing and editing reports and documents. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Performs technical support work for an agency program; receives, monitors, and tracks data and documents; coordinates work between departments of the agency; assists in the development of administrative and technical assistance policies and procedures; and in analyzing and seeking solutions to problems. B. Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, spreadsheets, and other documents; responds to inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; establishes and maintains department tracking, filing, and data management systems to include automated information systems. C. Oversees the maintenance, tracking, and reporting of fixed assets, ensuring program compliance with agency policies and procedures. D. Oversees the maintenance, tracking, and reporting of fixed assets, ensuring program compliance with agency policies and procedures. E. Provides assistance answering and routing phone calls, taking messages, and greeting and directing visitors to the appropriate staff. F. Performs criminal information searches and retrieval using Texas Department of Public Safety criminal history system access. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED. 2. Two years full-time, wage-earning customer service in an office environment, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, or technical program support experience. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each six months of experience. 3. Computer operations experience preferred. 4. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs preferred. * 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. Must meet and maintain TLETS access eligibility for continued employment in position. For details see: http://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/hr-home/tletseligibility.html B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of office practices and procedures. 2. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 3. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 4. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 5. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 6. Skill in problem-solving techniques. 7. Skill to prepare and maintain complex records and files in an automated system 8. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. 9. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs. 10. Skill to type 45 words per minute (with no more than 10 errors) preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working 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. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

Performs complex administrative support tasks including data monitoring, report preparation, and maintaining filing systems. Coordinates departmental activities, manages fixed assets, and assists visitors while ensuring compliance with agency policies.