ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Job Description:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Description

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: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm 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

Closing Date/Time: 9/23/2025 12:00 AM Central

Salary:

$1,848.00 - $1,926.13 Biweekly