Administrative Specialist

The City of Edinburg is the fastest-growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in Texas. Recognized as an All-America City three times by the National Civic League, Edinburg offers exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, making it a great place to work and live.

About the role

As an Administrative Specialist, you will perform entry-level to routine (journey-level) administrative support work, providing essential assistance to the assigned department and other personnel. Your role is vital in preparing and distributing information concerning city programs and services to City Council, City Manager, Department Heads, and employees.

Responsibilities

• Compile and tabulate data, check documents for accuracy, transport documents, and maintain files.
• Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, and forms.
• Manage and maintain schedules and travel arrangements for managers and directors.
• Assist with general office duties such as filing, answering and routing phone calls, routing mail, and ordering/maintaining office supplies.
• Provide assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalency (required).
• Community college, vocational, business, technical, or correspondence school certificates (preferred).
• One (1) year of experience in administrative, budgetary, and clerical functions (required).
• Two (2) years of experience in related fields (preferred).
• Current valid Class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety (required).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) (preferred).

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Dependability and adaptability to new challenges.
• Proficiency in general office procedures, policies, equipment, and computers.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Life and ADD insurance.
• Retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a 2-to-1 city match.
• 100%-paid medical and dental insurance (optional dependent coverage available).
• Workers' compensation and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Healthy lifestyle program.
• Access to Active Edinburg fitness centers.

Pay

$15.05 per hour.