Temporary Position - Sr. Office Assistant - County Court at Law #1

Fort Bend County • Richmond, TX

1d • $20

About The Position

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! This is a Temporary Assignment until the end of March, 2026; there are no benefits included during this period. The position will become permanent with benefits included after this timeframe.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 2 years job related experience.
• Good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM); working knowledge of word processing software.
• Good verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact and deal effectively with the public and all levels of employees.
• Organizational skills; ability to complete assigned tasks within tight deadline and to prioritize own work.

Responsibilities

• Types correspondence and prepares reports and paperwork
• Responds to telephone inquiries or directs to proper person; Assists public by directing to proper person or answering inquiry
• Prepares correspondence and ensures all notifications, filings and related paperwork is properly completed
• Prepares and distributes mail.
• Assists co-workers with their duties and assignments.
• Prepares all paperwork for civil mental health commitments filed under Tex. Health and Safety Code Section 573.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Benefits

• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
• Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
• For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
• Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.
• FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED