Administrative Assistant (Part-time) (Administrative Assistant III)
Job #: 2025-26
- TWC Job #: 16813196
- Opening Date: 1/17/2025
- Travel Required: N/A
- Monthly Salary: $2,083.34 - $2,333.34
- Position Location: Austin, Texas
- Group Step: A13
- Class: 0154
- Status: Open
Administrative Assistant (Part-time) – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for an Administrative Assistant (Part-time) (Administrative Assistant III) to work in the Scheduling and Advance Division.
Who We Are
The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.
What You’ll Earn
The salary is $2,083.34 - $2,333.34 a month ($25,000.08 - $ 28,000.08 a year).
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
What You’ll Do
The Administrative Assistant (Part-time) reports to the Director of Scheduling and Advance. Performs complex (journey-level) administrative support work. Work involves confidential and sensitive correspondence and communications. Answers incoming calls for the division.
- Provides assistance to the public and answers questions on agency services and functions.
- Performs administrative, office and/or clerical support duties as assigned within the Scheduling and Advance Division.
- Performs general office duties such as handling correspondence for invitations, answering the phones, and following up with other divisions on requests.
- Accepts, logs, and efficiently routes mail.
- Performs timely and accurate data entry into the office database.
- Serves as Travel Liaison for the division. Coordinates and processes travel related forms and documents for the division.
- Serves as the Purchase Requisition Coordinator for the division. Coordinates and processes purchase requisitions for the division.
- Serves as the Divisional Records Retention Coordinator. Develops and maintains filing, recordkeeping, and records management systems.
- Assists with inventory and classification of division files according to the OOG Records Retention Schedule.
- May assist on special projects.
How You’ll Qualify
- High school graduate or equivalent; and
- Three (3) years of experience as a receptionist with responsibility for responding to multiple phone lines, switchboard duties, or as an administrative assistant tasked with providing technical or program support, including office, clerical, and customer service.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
You’re a Great Fit with
- Must possess strong communication and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must be a disciplined, highly dependable individual.
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who enjoys editorial, informational and communications work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Veterans
Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.
How to Apply
Applications are received only through Work In Texas. The OOG requires all sections of the state application to be completed. Omission of data on the state application is grounds for disqualification of the application. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources office as early as possible in the application/employment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Office of the Governor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Office of the Governor participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Male candidates between 18 and 25 years of age are required to show proof of Selective Service registration (or exemption) prior to an offer of employment being extended. Such proof is not required to be filed with an application but must be provided upon request by the Human Resources office. For additional information pertaining to Selective Service registration, you may visit www.sss.gov. View a copy of the Agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
Notice to Applicants Who May Require Reasonable Accommodation in the Interview Process
Applicants with disabilities who may need to discuss special accommodations during the interview process should email the OOG’s Reasonable Accommodation Program Manager or call 512-463-8315 in the Human Resources Department. If reasonably possible, please call at least 48 hours in advance to afford our representative and the hiring division sufficient time to properly review and coordinate your request.
Contact Human Resources
(512) 463-5873