City of Houston

Administrative Associate

City of Houston  •  $68k - $87k/yr  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 39760

Department: HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Job classification: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE

Posting type: Open

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Law Enforcement, Office and Administrative Support

Summary

Researches and analyzes criminal information received by case investigators to gather new information and/or to discover criminal relationships. May research organized crime patterns and/or drug trafficking networks.

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE

Posting Number: PN# 39760

Division: RECORDS

Reporting Location: 1200 TRAVIS ST.

Workdays & Hours: VARIOUS *Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs professional administrative tasks related to the implementation of policies and procedures in the assigned department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Compiles data for use in a variety of reports, surveys, inventories, and studies.
  • Composes, edits, and prepares correspondence, speeches, reports, directives, etc.
  • Maintains, prepares, revises, and disseminates department rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and other pertinent reference information.
  • Assists in department budget preparation and monitoring.
  • Assists in planning and implementing department sponsored activities and programs.
  • Coordinates special projects and conducts field investigations to evaluate project progress.
  • Provides technical guidance and assistance to clerical staff.
  • All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

Examples of duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required. Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None.

Qualifications

**Preference shall 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. **

Preference shall be given to eligible candidates that possess professional work experience utilizing the Versaterm Records Management System in a law enforcement setting.

Supplemental information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

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 13

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 713-308-1289.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 713-308-1289. (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.

City of Houston

About City of Houston

Home to a respected and energetic cultural arts scene, celebrated restaurants featuring flavors from 35 countries, world-renowned theater groups and the brains behind U.S. space exploration, Houston is a diverse metropolis brimming with personality.

With nearly 21,000 concerts, plays, exhibitions and other arts programs presented in Houston annually, residents and visitors have access to a wide variety of cultural programs. On any given night, it's a safe bet that there's a show somewhere in Houston's Theater District. More than 2 million people visit the Downtown area each year to attend one of the city's world-class performances. Within the Museum District you will find eighteen world-class institutions, including the Menil Collection, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and the Houston Museum of Natural Science are clustered in this area, drawing a reported seven million visitors to the district each year.

Houston’s restaurant scene is as ethnically diverse as its 4 million residents. ForbesTraveler.com ranked Houston as one of the best restaurant cities in America. The city is jam-packed with more than 8,000 tempting eateries that feature culinary flavors from more than 35 countries.

With 56,405 acres of total park space, Houston rates first among the nation's 10 most populous cities in total acreage of park land. The 165 public and private golf courses around the city and teams in nearly every major professional sport keep sports fever high year-round.

The city also employs over 22,000 full-time staff to keep the city running. We are always looking for everyone from Engineers to IT Professionals, from entry level to executive level. Check back here for current postings, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cohcareers or on Twitter @COHCareers for all the up to date recruitment happenings!

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Year Founded
1836
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