Administrative Assistant

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Administrative Assistant to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our City Manager's department. Are you data-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Administrative Assistant earns a competitive salary of $17.68 to $19.14/hour based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 9 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS THE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

• Acts as a regular point of telephone and email contact for the department/division and provides information to callers, takes messages, or transfers calls to appropriate individuals.
• Schedules appointments and meetings as needed; transcribes the minutes from meetings in a timely manner and maintains meeting agendas and other important meeting documentation.
• Creates, maintains, and enters information into databases.
• Sets up and manages paper or electronic filing systems, records information, updates paperwork, or maintains documents, such as records, correspondence, or other material.
• Operates office equipment, such as copiers, or phone systems and arranges for repairs when equipment malfunctions.
• Creates invoice batches for payment, purchase orders, and accesses other financial and reporting information in various electronic and paper filing systems.
• Assists in the coordination of various tasks, workflows, and compliance with policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in accounting or closely related field.
• Requires two years clerical or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Valid Texas Driver's License

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