City of Victoria TX

Administrative Assistant III

City of Victoria TX  •  $36k - $44k/yr  •  Victoria, HK (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 23-00649

Department: Information Technology

Division: Information Technology

Job classification: Administrative Assistant III

Posting type: Open

Categories: IT and Computers

Performs administrative duties and provides customer service to all customers (internal and external) for efficient operation of the Information Technology Department. Assists IT with budget development, reconciliation, maintaining expense reports, and balancing monthly. Reports to IT Director for budgetary planning and tracks IT budget expenses and assets.

Examples of duties

  • Makes limited delegated policy and procedure interpretation within the specific areas authorized by the Department. Conducts transactions with Department Heads, other employees or proper agencies requiring detailed knowledge of rules, procedures, policies, precedents, and activities; supplies information involving facts and interpretations.
  • Works closely with other co-workers to assure city compliance with Federal, State, and local laws regarding HIPPA, PCI, and CJIS. Assists with performing internal audits when needed.
  • Works closely with Director concerning policy creation and modification as changes become apparent.
  • Maintains printer and copier database and submits monthly reports to Finance.
  • Maintains cellular database, orders replacement cellular devices and creates billing report for Finance.
  • Verifies computer related assets are accurately maintained in database; completes computer related transfers and/or retirement of assets to Finance.
  • Responsible for handling phone calls and timely creation and assignment of help desk requests.
  • Actively monitors help desk system and solicits timely feedback from co-workers regarding delays in completion of assignments.
  • Maintains office supplies and reviews monthly budget report for accuracy.
  • Ability to get along with other employees and the public in a professional and friendly manner to provide excellent customer service.
  • Always maintains high confidentiality due to sensitive IT information.
  • Performs duties in a safe and orderly manner, complying with all City and department safety rules.
  • Regular attendance at work and arrives on time. Ability to work or report back to work as called during a manmade or natural disaster.
  • Performs all other job-related duties as assigned or as become apparent.

Qualifications

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Supplemental information

  • Knowledge of Information Technology and ERP software.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Knowledge of general Office policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Knowledge of records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
  • Ability to utilize office equipment and associated software programs.
  • Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
  • Ability to compile and prepare clear and concise reports.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow best practices when handling sensitive information.
  • Well organized and able to appropriately prioritize duties in order to meet deadlines.
  • Experience presenting information to groups of varying sizes
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • A valid State driver’s license may be required.
  • High school diploma or GED; AND one – three (1-3) years of office experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
City of Victoria TX

About City of Victoria TX

Municipality of Victoria, Texas. Victoria is located in the heart of the Golden Crescent of South Texas, equidistant from Austin, Houston, San Antonio and Corpus Christi. The Coastal Plains region of Texas is an area renown for hunting, fishing and birding. With major highways 77, 59, 87 and the future Interstate 69 all intersecting Victoria and with a prime position along the NAFTA Corridor, the City is known as the "Crossroads of South Texas.

Victoria is a cultural, historic, agricultural, medical, educational and economic hub for the area and is the largest city in the seven county region. Victoria boasts a diverse population of about 62,500 and encompasses an area of approximately 34 square miles.

Victoria offers several cultural outlets including the Victoria Symphony, the Victoria Bach Festival, Victoria Ballet Theatre, the Children's Discovery Museum, the Texas Zoo and the best theatre venue in the coastal region at the Welder Performing Arts Center that hosts local theatre productions and vocal concerts year-round.

Victoria continues to be on the forefront of new business and technology, with a strong plastics manufacturing industry, petrochemical and industrial chemical plants, and oil and gas exploration. Victoria is also the regional hub for a diverse retail sector which makes it an excellent city to live, work and play.

There are two higher education campuses within the City, Victoria College and University of Houston-Victoria, a four year university. Public education is offered by the Victoria Independent School District, which serves 15,000 students in 18 elementary campuses, four junior high schools and two high schools. VISD also boasts a world class natatorium and a performing arts auditorium were put into service in 2011.

Victoria's newest industrial partner, Caterpillar, opened its new $125 million excavator plant in September 2012.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Victoria, Texas
Year Founded
1824
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