What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant (Austin) position at State of Texas?
Who We Are
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide and occasional teleworking may be available in many of our positions. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th Street.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Who You Are
The Executive Assistant II provides advanced (senior-level) professional assistance support to the Customer Care Division Director. You are a critical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced work environment with experience providing administrative support to executive level staff. You are a self-starter with exceptional communication skills. A motivated, collaborative problem solver who is detail oriented, organized and able to multi-task and enjoys being challenged. Work involves overseeing high-level administrative operations of an agency or division. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
What You Will Do
The Executive Assistant II performs advanced (senior level) professional assistance work for an executive. Work involves overseeing high-level administrative operations of an agency or division. May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AdministrativeSupport.pdf
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide and occasional teleworking may be available in many of our positions. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th Street.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Who You Are
The Executive Assistant II provides advanced (senior-level) professional assistance support to the Customer Care Division Director. You are a critical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced work environment with experience providing administrative support to executive level staff. You are a self-starter with exceptional communication skills. A motivated, collaborative problem solver who is detail oriented, organized and able to multi-task and enjoys being challenged. Work involves overseeing high-level administrative operations of an agency or division. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
What You Will Do
The Executive Assistant II performs advanced (senior level) professional assistance work for an executive. Work involves overseeing high-level administrative operations of an agency or division. May plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO
- Provide administrative and technical assistance for the Customer Care division director
- Provide technical guidance and advice on administrative matters.
- Communicate administrative policies, procedures, standards, and methods.
- Maintain director's calendar, schedules meetings, and coordinates calendars with other governmental agencies, executives and organizations.
- Coordinate and make all travel arrangements.
- Interpret policies and procedures and makes administrative decisions as appropriate.
- Conduct data analysis, visualization, and interpretation to effectively communicate agency and division objectives, tasks, and decisions to division staff.
- Assist the director with human resource management actions.
- Perform related work as assigned
- Six years of full-time experience in a responsible position which provided thorough knowledge of agency programs and services; business management practices, clerical administration, and procedures; or experience in organizing and coordinating support services or program operations which included analyzing work problems and interpreting complex policies and procedures.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on performance excellence and continuous improvement.
- Must demonstrate initiative and independent judgment, with critical analysis.
- Multitasking, attention to detail, and accuracy are required.
- Proficient user of personal computer and software applications such as Microsoft Office and SharePoint are required.
- Excellent interpersonal communication
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Excellent organizations, planning and problem-solving skills
- Project management skills are an added plus
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
- Competitive starting salary: $3,520.33 - $4,815.00/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AdministrativeSupport.pdf
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042
Salary : $3,520 - $4,815
