Administrative Assistant II

Responsibilities

• Perform routine administrative support and technical program assistance under moderate supervision
• Disseminate information and maintain organized filing systems
• Answer, route, and take messages from incoming phone calls
• Greet visitors and direct them to appropriate staff members
• Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, forms, and documents
• Perform data entry and maintain electronic or paper records
• Schedule and confirm appointments and manage event calendars
• Assist in compiling statistical data and preparing charts, graphs, or written summaries
• Order and dispense office supplies
• Arrange conference, meeting, or travel reservations for office personnel
• Review applications or forms for completeness and accuracy
• May supervise, train, or orient new clerical staff

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or college transcript
• One (1) year of experience in administrative support work
• Valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license
• Ability to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier
• Ability to work non-standard hours that do not coincide with a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm workday

About the Company

Hidalgo County is a government entity dedicated to serving its community through various departments, including the Sheriff's Department. We offer a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families.