Executive Assistant

Position Description

Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity Mission:

To connect, value, and empower people, businesses, and communities.

Vision:

An inclusive, accessible, prosperous, and resilient Harris County economy.

What you will do at the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity:

The Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity (DEEO) seeks an Executive Assistant for the Executive Director. This position is part of the Executive Office.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Perform general secretarial duties, coordinate travel arrangements and handle correspondence.

* Provide excellent customer service to all users regarding all business functions.

* Assist the Executive Director by coordinating communications.

* Assist the Executive Director with preparations for meetings.

* Organize and manage Executive Director's calendar/schedule.

* Prepare travel requests, travel reimbursements, and PCard reports.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education/

Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field of study.

* 2+ years of experience in communications, working with nonprofits, educational institutions, government, or issue-based campaigns.

OR

* Associate's Degree in Business, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field of study.

* 4+ years of experience in communications, working with nonprofits, educational institutions, government, or issue-based campaigns.

PLUS

* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, content management systems and contact database systems.

Licensure:

* Must have a valid Driver's License (TX upon hire)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Ability to maintain and organize a high impact schedule.

* Knowledge of public administration practices and local government issues.

* Knowledge of project management principles, practices, techniques, and methodologies.

* Knowledge of presentation requirements and methods.

* Knowledge of research techniques, methods, and procedures.

* Skill in utilizing personal computers and associated software applications in the completion of assignments.

* Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

* Ability to coordinate and review the work of professional, technical, and clerical personnel.

* Ability to understand assigned departments' operations, services, and activities.

* Ability to interpret, explain and apply county and department policies and procedures.

* Ability to communicate effectively.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including county officials and the public.

* Ability to meet all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

* Working conditions are in an office environment.

NOTE:

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

* Knowledge of local, state, and federal government operations.

* Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are helpful in this role but not required.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

* Full-Time | Regular

* Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

* Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.

* This position offers flexibility for hybrid work in accordance with the County's telework policy.

* However, due to the significant nature of the role, there is no set schedule of remote workdays. Instead, remote work will be determined on a week-by-week basis depending on the ED's schedules and the department's needs.

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