Under general supervision, is responsible for complex secretarial or clerical duties; prepares complex reports and Commissioners Court agendas; maintains computerized files; assists with budget preparation; maintains employee personnel records; and performs related duties as required

• Assist with the preparation, distribution and compliance of Commissioners Court agendas, including regular sessions, work sessions and special meetings
• Assists with the agenda notice and posting process in compliance with legal requirements as outlined in the Texas Government Code, Title 5A, Chapter 551
• Assists with County Boards and Commissions process
• Directly assists with providing department services to other County employees and the public
• Assists with special projects using independent decision-making and judgment
• Maintains statistics and develops complex reports
• Prepares requisitions and purchase orders, verifies invoices and authorizes vendor payments
• Maintains and updates personnel records such as attendance and worker's compensation
• Assists with budget preparation and other related accounting functions
• Responds to general and complex questions and complaints regarding department or work
• May supervise, lead or train administrative or clerical support personnel
• May develop office administration procedures
• May order and maintain supplies/fixed assets
• May perform general administrative/clerical tasks such as copying, answering telephones and updating/ maintaining files
• May open and distribute mail
• Performs related duties as required

• Graduation from High School or a General Education development (GED) certificate, and four (4) years administrative experience in an office environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good knowledge of English spelling, grammar and punctuation; good knowledge of office procedures
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations; skill in operating a personal computer, typewriter and basic office equipment
• Ability to accurately enter data and file information; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to work independently; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, and the general public
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

• Working conditions are in an office environment
• Physical requirements include lifting/carrying 5-10 lbs. occasionally; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard, typewriter and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, walking, handling, twisting and reaching to perform the essential functions