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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!
- Assists with managing all office administrative duties. Process invoices & purchase orders (including for public notices and solicitations. Maintains and orders office supplies and inventory.
- Support for Annual Budget-County Judge and Non-Departmental.
- Manages special federal and state funded projects and manages economic recovery efforts.
- Participate in staffing & support responsibilities.
- Manages special projects and legislative projects.
- Represents the County Judge at meetings or events.
- Ensures the County and County Judge’s information is proofed and updated. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed.
- Liaison with different departments to ensure county policies are being upheld.
- Work with Court Services Manager to communicate updates and changes to county policies.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any field, or 5 years of experience in administrative or public relations/communications in the public sector or related field.
- Strong writing skills.
- Ability to interact and deal effectively with other employees, elected and appointed officials, department heads and the public.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to communicate verbally, and in writing.
- Strong supervisory, interpersonal skills, including persuasion, diplomacy and problem solving to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
- Ability to use discretion and intelligible through process in making responsible decision without supervision.
STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in any field or five years of administrative or public relations/communications experience in the public sector or a related field
- Strong writing skills
- Ability to interact and deal effectively with employees, elected and appointed officials, department heads, and the public
- Strong organizational and verbal and written communication skills
- Strong supervisory, interpersonal, persuasion, diplomacy, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to exercise discretion and make responsible decisions independently
What We Do
Located just southwest of the City of Houston, Fort Bend County has a long history beginning with a small log fort on the banks of the Brazos River. Today, it is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas and the United States, serving as a hub for a diverse community with a population exceeding 600,000 residents.
