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Administrative Asst III

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Overview Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title:

Administrative Asst III

Job Title:

Administrative Asst III

Agency:

Health & Human Services Comm

Department:

Safety Risk Mgmt

Posting Number:

9041

Closing Date:

10/09/2025

Posting Audience:

Internal and External

Occupational Category:

Office and Administrative Support

Salary Group:

TEXAS-A-13

Salary Range:

$2,953.25-$4,365.66

Pay Frequency:

Monthly

Shift:

Day

Telework:

Not Eligible for Telework

Travel:

Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Austin State Hospital

Job Location City:

AUSTIN

Job Location Address:

4110 GUADALUPE

Other Locations:

MOS Codes:

0100,0111,0170,3372,3381,4430,6046,15P,3F5X1,420A,42A,56M,68G,741X,8A200,AZ,LS,LSS,MC,PERS,PS,RP,SN,YN,YNS

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Assistant III performs complex (journey-level) administrative support work, including disseminating information, maintaining filing systems, and preparing and editing reports and documents. May provide guidance to others.

Work under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Perform other duties as assigned, including participating in disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activations which may require alternate shift patterns or locations.

Coordinate meetings, conferences, and seminars.

Coordinate travel and appointments for professional staff.

Maintain filing systems and manage information, paperwork, records, and correspondence.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Prepare and disseminate information concerning agency programs, services, and procedures.

Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, studies, forms, and documents.

Answer and route phone calls; route mail, file, and order office supplies.

Create, maintain, and enter information into databases.

Compile data for charts, graphs, databases, summaries, or reports.

Maintain scheduling and event calendars.

Provide related administrative support as assigned.

Actively participate in and/or support disaster response and COOP activation as needed.

Coordinate meetings, conferences, and seminars and manage travel arrangements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.

Skill in the use of standard office equipment and computer software.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications None

Initial Screening Criteria

Experience in clerical or administrative support work.

Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass background checks, including fingerprinting, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, LEIE).

Males 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21.

Flexibility in work hours; overtime and extended hours may be required.

Immunization policy compliance; vaccines may be provided. If not immunized for influenza, masking and other protective measures may be required.

Review tips for applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified.

ADA accommodations are available during hiring; contact HHSC Employee Service Center for assistance.

Pre-employment checks and work eligibility: may be required to pass background checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. Bring I-9 documentation on first day of work.

Telework: may be eligible; subject to state and agency policies and business needs.

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