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FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL Administrative Assistant - Misdemeanor Division in Richmond, Texas
FORT BEND COUNTY DEPARTMENT: DISTRICT ATTORNEY JOB TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - MISDEMEANOR DIVISION 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!
JOB SUMMARY: Provides administrative support to department, public and other departments to ensure effective, efficient and productive workflow. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists law enforcement agencies with the proper procedures for filing cases. Provides assistance and/or routes all incoming calls to the proper destination. Prepares legal paperwork for court proceedings and file legal documents with the County and District Clerks Offices. Performs legal research to input cases and related data into computer. Scans documents into database and prepares reports from same data. Monitors database information system. Assists and instructs other employees with their duties. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED. Three years job-related experience. Strong computer and typing skills (minimum 40 wpm). Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office/Word. Ability to interact effectively with other employees and the public and strong verbal skills.
SALARY RANGE: $17.60 - $22.00 hourly based on qualifications.
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.