Support Services Specialist (Program Specialist I) 2025-36

How to Apply: The State of Texas application is required and is only received through Work In Texas.

Go to: https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/Default.aspx

• Job #: 2025-36
• TWC Job #: 16833742
• Opening Date: 3/06/2025
• Travel Required: Up to 5%
• Monthly Salary: $3,583.34 - $3,833.34
• Position Location: Austin, Texas
• Group Step: B17
• Class: 1570
• Status: Open

Support Services Specialist – Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking for a Support Services Specialist (Program Specialist I) to work in the Support Services 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 $3,583.34 - $3,833.34 a month ($43,000.08 - $46,000.08 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

This is a job that performs routine (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves assisting with the planning, developing, and implementing of support services for the agency, including mailroom and property operations, and facility maintenance.

• Performs customer service by troubleshooting and providing timely resolution to customer issues and concerns.
• Delivers, picks up, or receives documents, supplies, mail, deliveries, equipment, materials, and property; checks for quantity and quality; and ensures accurate receipt and delivery in accordance with state and agency policies.
• Screens incoming deliveries, packages, and mail with mail handling equipment and deliveries it to associated buildings and agencies.
• Assists in the loading and unloading of surplus property.
• Assists in conducting physical inventory of agency property.
• Assists in performing authorized office moves; safely transporting, lifting, handling and/or moving office equipment, furniture, and other items as required and directed.
• Assists in assembling, installing, repairing, and maintaining modular furniture systems.
• Assists in coordinating the maintenance and repair of OOG facilities through Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) or the State Preservation Board.
• Assists in the inspection of properties to ensure safety and to determine when repairs are needed.
• Assists with telecommunications installations and moves.
• Performs routine data entry of information into databases, including work orders.
• Performs key inventory control; maintains key inventory control logs and key issuance and retrieval.
• Coordinates agency vehicle repairs, maintenance, and refueling.
• Serves as the Additional Duty Safety Officer (ADSO) for the division.
• Provides support to receptionist or telephone switchboard functions as needed.

How You’ll Qualify

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• One (1) year of experience in support services operations, mailroom services, warehouse operations, or a related field.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

You’re a Great Fit with

• Prior experience in state government.
• Ability to work 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on a regular basis.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

It’s a great job for a professional who likes to perform consultative services and technical assistance work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.

Veterans

Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,583.34 - $3,833.34 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,000 - $46,000