Administrative Assistant - Public Defender's Office

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!

• Helps to requisitions supplies through County purchasing system and maintains department inventory.
• Creates and maintains clients files with accurate records for attorneys.
• Communicates with clients and their families; Responds to incoming inquiries by taking messages, answering questions and directing calls to appropriate person or area. 
• Researches different software systems to acquire accurate information for attorneys.
• Helps prepare and processes bi-weekly payroll for department.
• Creates and maintains department forms for staff use.
• Gathers appropriate data and documentation for quarterly and annual reports and/or budgets, audits, and reviews by county, state and federal agencies.
• Assists attorneys with operation of department by performing administrative functions.
• 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.
• Four years of responsible office/clerical experience.
• Highly advanced computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and variety of software applications. 
• Strong verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, department and elected officials.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $17.95 - $22.44 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.