Administrative Specialist - #9846313

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Performance

Workdays & Hours: M - F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*

• Subject to change
  
  

About Us

The City Controller serves as the City's chief financial officer. The Office of the City Controller certifies the availability of funds prior to City Council approval of City commitments, processes and monitors disbursements exceeding one billion dollars annually, invests the City's funds, conducts internal audits of the City's departments and federal grant programs, operates and maintains its financial management system, conducts the sale of public improvement and revenue bonds and produces an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

The Office of the City Controller Performance Division is seeking an Administrative Specialist to perform varied professional administrative functions in the research, development, interpretation, and implementation of Controller’s fiscal and operational policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

• Interpret and disseminate administrative policies and procedural revisions for staff implementation.
• Provide guidance to department staff in various activities necessary to attain operational goals.
• Responds to written and telephone inquiries, requests and complaints from the general public.
• Conducts studies of department organization and operation, coordinates preparation of report on findings and offers recommendations concerning various problems.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.
• Conduct Performance Division administrative tasks as required.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. but may periodically be subject to outdoor conditions.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience Requirements

Three years of administrative experience are required.

Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERENCES

Preferences Will Also Be Given To Applicants That Possess

• Experience in Operations or Logistics Management
• Experience in financial.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards.
• Knowledge of governmental/fund accounting.
• Knowledge of planning and research principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate complex accounting and financial problems, documents, and reports.
• Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction to subordinate staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  
  

** Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

Selection/Skills Tests Required

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer a skills test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

PAY GRADE: 20

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm . or call 832-393-8085.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.