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City of Pearland, TX

Office Assistant - Fire

City of Pearland, TX, Pearland, Texas, United States, 77581

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Job Description

Job Description

The City of Pearland, TX

is seeking to hire an Office Assistant

to support and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Fire Department.

Are you service-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Office Assistant earns a

competitive salary of $18.31- $19.43 per hour, based on experience and 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. ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND 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. The City of Pearland has also been recognized as a

Top Workplace in the Houston Metro Area 2023

by

The Houston Chronicle .

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to

affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and

superb quality of life . Ranked among 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. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Job Summary:

The purpose of this role within the organization is to perform essential clerical duties for the Fire Department. Essential Functions: Provides customer service; answers telephone, directs calls, and takes messages. Maintains and updates Fire Department training records, filing, inventory either manually or using a computer. Communicates with 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. Inventories, orders and replenishes office supplies. Performs related work as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Requires six months clerical, administrative or closely related experience.

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