Job Description

ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY AT THIS TIME

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Building Official, the Administrative Specialist III provides administrative support to the Building Inspection and Permits department. This role involves performing a range of complex and routine clerical tasks, including record processing, bookkeeping, secretarial duties, and general office functions. The Administrative Specialist III also coordinates travel and training for staff and uses software to process documents such as applications, forms, and reports. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing departmental invoices and credit cards, as well as preparing the departmental budget.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Four (4) years of related experience. Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general office procedures.
• Knowledge of department functions, resources and general practices.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling and ability to make arithmetic computations.
• Knowledge and application of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft computer programs.
• Skills in typing, data processing and file maintenance.
• Ability to create and maintain files and records.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow both oral and written directions.
• Ability to operate commonly used manual and automated office equipment.
• Ability to maintain moderately complex clerical records and to prepare reports from such records and to check for accuracy.
• Ability to apply interpersonal skills with other employees and the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $22.23 hourly.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.