Maintenance, Healthcare Administration

Date:
Sep 4, 2026

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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Functional

Title:

Maintenance Support
Job Title: Administrative Asst III
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Plant Maintenance
Posting Number: 21036
Closing Date: 11/03/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support
Salary Range: $3,101.00 - $4,365.66
Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13
Shift: Day

Additional Shift

Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility

Location:

Austin State Hospital

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4110 GUADALUPE

Other Locations:

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Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Administrative Assistant III
- Maintenance Support performs journey level administrative duties and/or technical program assistance work to support operations of the unit. Work involves establishing, tracking, and maintaining internal record-keeping systems, ensuring all files are accurate, up-to-date, and securely stored. Purchases equipment and parts for all shops as needed or requested and follows all purchasing and procurement card rules and regulations identified through department or agency audits.

Acts as primary liaison, ensuring clear and professional communication with the public, internal departments, government entities, and external organizations. Organizes and coordinates meetings, conferences, and seminars by scheduling appointments. Assists Clerk with entering/closing work orders into the Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) system upon request. Acts as the Data Coordinator for Plant Maintenance, assisting users with computer applications and troubleshooting mechanical problems.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Attends work…