DE/DD Executive Assistant I - Laredo District - (2602521)
Position Information Ready to take your career to the next level? TxDOT's Laredo District is seeking an organized, resourceful, and proactive Executive Assistant to support the District Engineer. This role is more than administrative support; it is an opportunity to contribute to strategic operations, assist district leadership, and help drive projects that improve South Texas's transportation system. Bring your professionalism, discretion, collaborative spirit, and attention to detail to a position where your work will make a meaningful impact.
: 48,244.00
: 76,028.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Laredo District Headquarters
1817 BOB BULLOCK LOOP
Laredo 78043
: No Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday through Friday (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:Retirement PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs professional assistance work in support of a District Engineer or Division Director. Reports directly to a District Engineer or Division Director. Work requires extensive contact with middle and high-level managers, executives, officials and private entities. May serve as a lead worker. Employees at this level are virtually self supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product. Division/District limited to one Executive Assistant in total.Essential Duties:Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.Collects information from the files for routine inquiries; refers non-routine requests to supervisor or appropriate staff.Greets and assists visitors.Maintains files/records/logs, tracks progress of activities and coordinates work to meet due dates.Prepares and verifies time sheets, vacation/sick leave forms, career planning profiles, travel statements and other personnel forms a District Engineer or Division Director.Researches, analyzes, and reports on impact of new policies and procedures on department operations.Researches and interprets previous policies and procedures and compiles information on historical precedents and actions taken to aide in making decisions on current problems.Schedules and coordinates meetings/appointments; makes travel arrangements; completes travel expense accounts/vouchers.Types letters, memos and reports; proofs and edits for grammar, punctuation, sentence structure and clarity.Processes receipts and invoices for payment.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education. Experience: 4 years of experience in administrative support or administrative management experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). College education and/or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsLicenses and Certifications: Valid US driver’s license at time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Competencies:Considerable Knowledge of:Office practices and administrative proceduresBudgeting methods and proceduresProficient skill inScheduling work assignmentsPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and externalCoordinating and scheduling activities/resourcesAdministrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records managementPreparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistencyPreparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reportsOffice support procedures including proper business telephone etiquette, internal communication strategies, and using basic office equipmentUsing computers, applicable programs, applications, and systemsAbility toCommunicate effectivelyOther AttributesShows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervisionProtects sensitive and confidential information Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbsSitting - prolonged periods of timeRepetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingersClose Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Conditions of Employment:Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
: Exec/Admin/Clerical/Legal
: Full-time
: Regular
: Standard
: Non-Management
: Sep 28, 2026, 2:24:45 PM
: Oct 13, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Executive Assistant II State Job Code/s: 0162
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.Additional Applicant Information for applicants
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency. Find out more at www.txdot.gov. “Like” us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/txdot ; and follow us on Twitter, www.twitter.com/txdot .
