Senior Office Assistant -Parks & Recreation

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Senior Office Assistant to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Parks & Recreation department. Are you a dynamic and caring leader? Are you data-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position! The Senior Office Assistant earns a competitive salary of $18.31 - $19.82/hour, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave , and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health. The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States. Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and superb quality of life

• Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas , Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation
• Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth
• Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged. A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A SENIOR OFFICE ASSISTANT Job Summary The purpose of th is class within the organization is to perform skilled clerical duties for an office or department within the City of Pearland. This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks. Essential Functions Provides customer service; greets visitors; answers telephone, directs calls, and takes messages. Maintains and updates filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer. Communicates with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminates, or explains information, and addresses complaints. Prepares and sends correspondence, updates phone numbers and addresses. Maintains calendars, coordinates meetings and appointments. Opens, sorts, and routes incoming mail and packages, answers correspondence, and prepares outgoing mail. Processes invoices; documents pertinent vendor information; processes cas h, checks, and money orders; r econcile s daily utility payments to various bank deposits. Record s and maintain s a statistical analysis of all payments received and cash updates. Additional Duties Assists co-workers in researching accounts receivable errors, outstanding payments, and bank reconciliation. Performs related work as assigned
• For detailed information about this position, please review the attached job description. Requirements Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in business, accounting or closely related field. Requires two years clerical, administrative or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses: Valid Texas Driver's License
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