Administrative Assistant - Fire Department - City of Pearland, TX

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Administrative Assistant to improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of for our Fire Department. Are you a dynamic high-performing self-starter? Are you able to multi-task and work independently within a fast-paced environment? If so, we invite you to apply today!

The Administrative Assistant earns a competitive hourly wage of $19.22 - $20.81/based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

About The City of Pearland

The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USAaward from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States. The City of Pearland has also been recognized as a Top Workplace in the Houston Metro Area 2023 by The Houston Chronicle.

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked among the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer, including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform clerical duties for the Fire Department.

Essential Functions:

• Provides customer service; answers telephone, directs calls, and takes messages.
• Maintains and updates Fire Department training records, filing, inventory either manually or using a computer.
• Communicates with employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminates or explains information, and addresses complaints.
• Prepares and sends correspondence; updates phone numbers and addresses.
• Maintains calendars; coordinates meetings and appointments.
• Inventories, orders and replenishes office supplies.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in accounting or closely related field.
• Requires two years clerical or closely related experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License