State Of Texas Jobs – Administrative Assistant I

Job Description:

The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), a Certified Best Place for Working Parents, is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals, and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. To support our mission, we are seeking to fill several Receptionist (Administrative Assistant I) positions in the UI Appeals Department, which is located in downtown Austin, at 101 E. 15th Street.iBenefits to working for TWC include:- Competitive starting salary: $2,080.84/month- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts- Medical Insurance – Currently, the state pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. Eligible part-time employees get a 50% state contribution for themselves and 25% for their dependents. Employees pay the remainder of the premium by paycheck deduction before taxes are withheld.- Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance- 8 hours sick leave per month- 8 hours vacation leave per month with potential to earn more with longevity- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services- Additional benefits for active employees: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.The Receptionist performs entry-level administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work involves disseminating information, maintaining filing systems, and performing internal administrative support work. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.GENERAL DUTIES:- Answers toll-free telephone line.- Receives calls and records names and phone numbers in English and Spanish.- Returns calls to relay pertinent information to participants about the status of hearings.- Responds to general inquiries on Appeals definitions, policies, and procedures.- Communicates effectively, courteously, and in a professional manner with the public, staff and all internal customers.- Posts information to agency records.- Maintains office schedules and appointments.- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on accuracy.- PC/Software knowledge, especially Outlook and PeopleSoft helpful.- Familiar with unemployment insurance programs.- Must be able to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Mon i Fri.- Performs other duties as assigned.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Communication skills: due to high volume contact with the public, need to have professional manner.- Attention to detail to accurately enter information.- Good interpersonal skills to communicate with internal and external customers.- Proficient with numeric ten-key entry and PC.- Bilingual (Spanish)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of GED certification, plus one year of full-time experience in a responsible position that provided thorough

knowledge of administrative support functions and office practices and procedures, or clerical administration and business management practices, such as preparation, maintenance, and control of forms, records, and reports.Fifteen semester hours of accredited college work may be substituted for each six months of the required experience.Duty involvesi 0% travel and the ability to lift 10 pounds.VETERANS: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: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AdministrativeSupport.pdfHOW TO APPLY:To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or submit by email to HRHelpDesk@twc.state.tx.us.TWC is not considering applicat

Job Details:

Company: State Of Texas Jobs

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location:  Harlingen, TX, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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