City of Houston, TX
Salary :
$1,848.00 - $1,926.13 Biweekly Location :
1205 Dart Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
37043 Department:
Houston Fire Department Opening Date:
09/16/2025 Closing Date:
9/23/2025 12:00 AM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Person Interested Job Classification: Administrative Assistant Posting Number: 37043 Department: Houston Fire Department Division: HFD - Arson Bureau Location: 1205 Dart Street., Houston, TX 77007 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm* *Subject to change
GRANT FUNDED POSITION
GENERAL SUMMARY: The Juvenile Fire Setters Program is a community interaction initiative intended for children between the ages of 2-17 and their guardians. Its purpose is to eliminate recurrences of fire risk behaviors through education.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data for the Juvenile Fire Setters Program Respond to referrals from fire departments, law enforcement, school officials, juvenile justice systems, and others in the City of Houston (including self-referrals) Provide risk assessments for future fire-setting behaviors Provide education courses, which are cognitively and age-appropriate with the youth and family about legal/fiscal ramifications, and the dangers to self and others. Referrals to community agencies to address clinical issues. Work with the HFD Public Information Office and other outside agencies to raise community awareness about the JFSP Maintaining all records pertaining to the JFSP. Performs other duties as requested. WORKING CONDITIONS There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air quality conditions.
Occasional travel is required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS One year of administrative experience is required. Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. PREFERENCES
PREFERENCES **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
The following skills are preferred: Effective public relations skills Professionalism and the ability to interact with the public in a courteous manner. Strong computer skills Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Strong written and verbal communication skills Bilingual (Spanish)
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION GRANT FUNDED POSITION Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
The salary range is:
Pay Grade 17
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications
will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period.
Applications must be submitted online at:
www.houstontx.gov
To view your detailed application status, please log in to your online profile by visiting: or call 832-394-6941.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-394-6941. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of the information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Medical Dental Vision Wellness Supplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Compensable Sick Leave Personal Leave Flexible schedules Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes No
02
What best describes your highest level of education?
Less than High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher
03
How many years of verifiable administrative support experience do you have?
No Experience At least 1 but less than 3 years of experience At least 3 but less than 5 years of experience At least 5 but less than 7 years of experience At least 7 but less than 9 years of experience 9 or more years of experience
04
Do you have experience handling/processing sensitive or confidential information?
Yes No
05
Do you have professional experience with interviewing or counseling children?
Yes No
06
Please indicate your level of proficiency with the Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint):
No Experience BASIC MICROSOFT OFFICE: Create a new document, enter text, and save it; navigate in a document and perform a search; format cells, rows, and columns; modify a database and insert data from another; application; create title and bullet slides; work with text, drawn objects, and drawing tools. INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT OFFICE: Create mail merges, sort and filter them; customize toolbars; run and record Macros; filter data and manage a filtered list; create and modify some Macro commands; create, modify, and format charts; create basic Macros to automate forms and data entry; customize the appearance and functionality of reports; use hyperlinks and perform data integration ADVANCED MICROSOFT OFFICE: Manage Macro commands, create dialogue boxes, and understand the notions of Visual Basic application programming; use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS); work with Pivot Tables; manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption; use Visual Basic to create a public function or event procedures, or add general procedures in a form module; plan and examine an application, develop a distributed application design
07
Please indicate all languages that you speak fluently:
Arabic Spanish Chinese or Mandarin Vietnamese Other language I am not Bilingual
Required Question
$1,848.00 - $1,926.13 Biweekly Location :
1205 Dart Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
37043 Department:
Houston Fire Department Opening Date:
09/16/2025 Closing Date:
9/23/2025 12:00 AM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Person Interested Job Classification: Administrative Assistant Posting Number: 37043 Department: Houston Fire Department Division: HFD - Arson Bureau Location: 1205 Dart Street., Houston, TX 77007 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm* *Subject to change
GRANT FUNDED POSITION
GENERAL SUMMARY: The Juvenile Fire Setters Program is a community interaction initiative intended for children between the ages of 2-17 and their guardians. Its purpose is to eliminate recurrences of fire risk behaviors through education.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data for the Juvenile Fire Setters Program Respond to referrals from fire departments, law enforcement, school officials, juvenile justice systems, and others in the City of Houston (including self-referrals) Provide risk assessments for future fire-setting behaviors Provide education courses, which are cognitively and age-appropriate with the youth and family about legal/fiscal ramifications, and the dangers to self and others. Referrals to community agencies to address clinical issues. Work with the HFD Public Information Office and other outside agencies to raise community awareness about the JFSP Maintaining all records pertaining to the JFSP. Performs other duties as requested. WORKING CONDITIONS There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air quality conditions.
Occasional travel is required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS One year of administrative experience is required. Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. PREFERENCES
PREFERENCES **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
The following skills are preferred: Effective public relations skills Professionalism and the ability to interact with the public in a courteous manner. Strong computer skills Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Strong written and verbal communication skills Bilingual (Spanish)
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION GRANT FUNDED POSITION Grants & Special funded positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
The salary range is:
Pay Grade 17
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications
will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period.
Applications must be submitted online at:
www.houstontx.gov
To view your detailed application status, please log in to your online profile by visiting: or call 832-394-6941.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-394-6941. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of the information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Medical Dental Vision Wellness Supplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Compensable Sick Leave Personal Leave Flexible schedules Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes No
02
What best describes your highest level of education?
Less than High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher
03
How many years of verifiable administrative support experience do you have?
No Experience At least 1 but less than 3 years of experience At least 3 but less than 5 years of experience At least 5 but less than 7 years of experience At least 7 but less than 9 years of experience 9 or more years of experience
04
Do you have experience handling/processing sensitive or confidential information?
Yes No
05
Do you have professional experience with interviewing or counseling children?
Yes No
06
Please indicate your level of proficiency with the Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint):
No Experience BASIC MICROSOFT OFFICE: Create a new document, enter text, and save it; navigate in a document and perform a search; format cells, rows, and columns; modify a database and insert data from another; application; create title and bullet slides; work with text, drawn objects, and drawing tools. INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT OFFICE: Create mail merges, sort and filter them; customize toolbars; run and record Macros; filter data and manage a filtered list; create and modify some Macro commands; create, modify, and format charts; create basic Macros to automate forms and data entry; customize the appearance and functionality of reports; use hyperlinks and perform data integration ADVANCED MICROSOFT OFFICE: Manage Macro commands, create dialogue boxes, and understand the notions of Visual Basic application programming; use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS); work with Pivot Tables; manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption; use Visual Basic to create a public function or event procedures, or add general procedures in a form module; plan and examine an application, develop a distributed application design
07
Please indicate all languages that you speak fluently:
Arabic Spanish Chinese or Mandarin Vietnamese Other language I am not Bilingual
Required Question