Administrative Specialist

THIS POSITION WILL BE ASSIGNED TO THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

The Administrative Specialist I provides routine clerical/administrative support to the front desk, platting/development or Capital Infrastructure team, and Assistant Senior City Engineer, which may include word processing, data entry, copying, filing, answering phones, greeting visitors, providing basic information, and/or scheduling meetings.

High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of related experience.

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and alphanumeric sequencing.
• Knowledge of postal regulations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Ability to create and maintain files and records.
• Ability to learn new computer software.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interface effectively with other office personnel working in a team environment.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment in performing diversified work activities.
• Ability to exercise judgment in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which may be subject to frequent change.
• Ability to follow both oral and written directions.
• Ability to operate commonly used manual and automated office equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with department heads and other city employees.

The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a 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: hearing, kneeling, reaching, speaking, standing, talking, and walking.

• medical
• dental
• vision and life insurance
• retirement plan
• employee assistance program
• paid time off
• free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities

Starting salary for this position is $18.29 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.