Head Start Secretary
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listed on 2026-07-02
Listing for:
Young World Physical Education
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-02
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Clerical, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Education Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Head Start Secretary
Harris County Department of Education, Head Start - Central Office, Houston, Texas.
Job DetailsJob : 5712095
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job DescriptionPrimary
Purpose:
Provide clerical support to the Senior Director and Head Start administrative office.
Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED certificate, some college preferred.
Special Knowledge/
Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with diverse populations
- Effective/efficient interpersonal and analytical skills
- Ability to work cohesively on an interdisciplinary team
- Ability to consistently provide high-level customer service
- Proficiency with computer systems and software applications (database, spreadsheets, word processing, and some desktop publishing)
- Accurate note-taking skills
- Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
- Ability to organize, prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
Experience: Minimum three years related experience.
Major Responsibilities and Duties- Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
- Assist with processing and routing contracts and Memorandums of Understanding.
- Assist with Board Agenda Submission System input and workflow forms.
- Support and attend policy council meetings, trainings, and events.
- Assist with Timeclock input and verification.
- Assist with Procurement Card (P-card) reconciliation for the division.
- Assist with scheduling meetings and appointments as well as maintaining the calendar for the Senior Director and other personnel as assigned by the Senior Director.
- Maintain good public relations with department personnel, clients, and the public.
- Keep informed and comply with state, department, and division policies and regulations concerning primary job functions.
- Answer telephones and assist parents, staff, and clients as needed.
- Sort, distribute, and/or deliver mail and other documents in a timely manner.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $34,960 to $43,166 Per Year
Job Requirements- Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
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