Staff Services II

Harris County•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Services II is responsible for performing clerical and administrative duties in an office setting and maintains an efficient system for office operations. This role supports the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD), a large agency dedicated to youth justice transformation and reform. The Residential Services Division, where this position is located, includes a Juvenile Detention Center and two post-adjudicated facilities that provide direct care, supervision, and treatment programs for youth. The Staff Services II will assist facility administrators, coordinate payroll matters, manage budget duties, maintain employee training records, and provide support for case management and meal documentation.

Requirements

Must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85%.
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
Two (2) years of paid experience in an office clerical role OR Two (2) years of paid experience in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons. Years of experience from both areas may be combined to equal the two years.
Thirty (30) hours of college credits from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of experience.
Advanced knowledge of computer programs required to perform job, including Microsoft Office software, designated case management program and/or assessment tool, and general office machines and telephone system.
Understanding of payroll, budget and auditing.
Communicates effectively in written and oral form, can work independently, multi-task, and possess office management skills.
Working knowledge of departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
Comfortable handling multiple tasks and projects.
Maintains a professional behavior at all times when dealing with the public and staff.
Must be 21 years of age.
Ability to demonstrate proficient use of the personal computer.
Upon receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must undergo a criminal background check and drug screening.
All applicants must provide evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) skin test.
Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license and maintain liability insurance coverage at least equal to the minimum amounts required by law.
Certified copies of educational transcripts and/or college credits will be required during the hiring process.
This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons.

Responsibilities

Assist the Facility Administrator and Assistant Facility Administrator with general operations of the facility.
Coordinate with administrative services on payroll related matters.
Perform budget duties to include purchase order requests, processing invoices and maintaining petty cash.
Maintain employee training and certifications for all certified and non certified staff.
Provides support for case management duties.
Assist with documentation related to meals.