Overview
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Jobs in San Jose, CA at AMK Insurance Agency, Inc.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line: Houston Public Works
Reporting Location: 611 Walker, 25 fl.
Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/7:00am – 4:00pm*
Subject to change
DEPARTMENT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Houston Public Works is the largest and most diverse public works department in the country. Our diversity is our biggest asset, and together we create a strong foundation for Houston to thrive.
Our department employs over 4200 public servants and is home to five service lines (Capital Projects, Customer Account Services, Houston Permitting Center, Houston Water, and Transportation and Drainage Operations) and two Service Line Support Teams (Financial Management Services and the Director’s Office).
We work with a focus on customer service, safety, and a commitment to our 5 to thrive values of respect, ownership, communication, integrity, and teamwork.
These duties and responsibilities are aligned with our 5 to thrive values.
Respect – we listen and care.
Ownership – we find solutions, instead of excuses.
Communication – we are reliable and clear.
Integrity – we are truthful and keep our word.
Teamwork – we work together.
On behalf of the Houston Water Director, you will organize and schedule meetings between City staff and with outside entities, and elected officials. Throughout the day, you will prepare, edit, and revise various types of correspondence, manuals, presentations, and reports. As a part of your core responsibilities, you will work closely with management to establish procedures, consistency, and workflow accuracy that increases the productivity of our employees and the efficiency of our operation. As you interface professionally with all levels of the organization, your ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment that is deadline driven will be key.
SERVICE LINE OVERVIEW Houston Water
Houston Water has over 1800 employees and is made up of Drinking Water Operations, Planning, Regulatory Compliance, Resources and Client Services, and Wastewater Operations. Our mission is to provide water to the City of Houston with 100% customer satisfaction and 100% employee satisfaction. This includes the production and distribution of over 146 billion gallons of water per year and the treatment of over 90 billion gallons per year of wastewater. That is enough to fill the Astrodome four times per day with fresh water and over twice per day with wastewater.
POSITION OVERVIEW Administrative Coordinator
The Administrative Coordinator is a leader within the service line who will be the expert for the administrative processes and procedures within the service line. This position is in the Houston Water Director’s Office and will provide direct administrative support to the Houston Water Director. The person in this role will be responsible for providing professional administrative functions requiring confidentiality, professionalism, and quality customer service.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc.
This is a Houston Public Works position at the Tier II Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of administrative experience are required. Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall also be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 24
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2976.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Employer
City of Houston
Address
901 Bagby St
Houston, Texas, 77002
Website
https://www.houstontx.gov/
Title: Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Company: AMK Insurance Agency, Inc.
Location: San Jose, CA
