Sr. Office Assistant - Homeland Security & Emergency Management

  • Fort Bend County
  • Richmond, TX
  • 7mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

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!

  • Provides administrative support to the department, including preparing paperwork for various functions such as departmental HR actions, Commissioners Court agenda items, budget preparation and purchasing. 
  • Prepares correspondence and ensures all notifications, filings, and related paperwork is properly completed.
  • Prepares and distributes mail.
  • Maintains files and records for the department, including computer databases and hard files.
  • Assists with purchasing activities including processing requisitions, travel arrangements, reimbursements and ordering office supplies.  Assists in tracking department inventory and supplies.
  • Participates in activations of the Emergency Operations Center. Assists the department during emergency activations. 
  • Assists in preparing scenarios and coordinates schedule for annual exercises and training. 
  • Supports staff to ensure compliance of grants purchases and requirements are monitored and met.
  • 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.
  • 2 years job related experience.
  • Strong computer and typing skills (minimum of 35 WPM).
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
  • Ability to work other than normal working hours during emergencies.
  • This position requires 24-hour on-call availability with extended periods of work possible due to emergency situations.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $16.34 - $20.43 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.