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Marketing Public Outreach Support Specialist
(Program Support/Administrative Assistant/Receptionist)
Salary Information: B17, $3,900.00-$4,095.00/MO
State Classification: Program Specialist I - 1570
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Posting Number: 25-73387-1
Location: Austin, TX
Telework Option: TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are expected to be physically present for work
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agricultures Marketing and Public Outreach division is dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life in rural Texas through its community and economic development programs. Division staff work with small rural hospitals, rural communities, Texas businesses, and various organizations and associations throughout the state.
WHAT YOULL DO
The Marketing and Public Outreach Support Specialist will perform routine technical program assistance and administrative support work for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the agency. You will work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical support to the Special Field Representative for the Middle East and GO TEXAN Ambassador; prepare, edit, proof and distribute correspondence, reports, forms, studies and documents in compliance with agency and section processes and procedures.
Provide assistance to the Special Field Representative for the Middle East and GO TEXAN Ambassador to the promote and expand markets for all Texas products, services, and communities, both within and outside the state and country.
Open, review, route and track incoming mail; process outgoing mail; coordinate and prepare mail-outs for various programs to provide to TDA staff and/or the public.
Plan and schedule meetings and/or conferences; may assist in scheduling travel arrangements and preparing travel vouchers for staff, as assigned.
Respond to customer inquiries via phone calls and emails; take messages or refer calls to the appropriate staff.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (The application must state how each of the following qualifications are met - resumes do not take the place of the required state of Texas application which must be completed in CAPPS or WIT.)
Three (3) years work experience providing technical/administrative support for a program(s).
Professional marketing or outreach experience.
Valid Texas drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIES
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area; and office practices and administrative procedures.
Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; the use of a computer and applicable software; and effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people; effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; multi-task in a fast-paced environment; to prepare reports; exercise sound judgment and discretion; and maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will workin a normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (20%), occasionally overnight.
TELEWORK WORK HOURS
The agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.
The agencys core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.
H-1B VISA SPONSORSHIP
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
Retirement Plan
Paid Group Health Life Insurance for employees
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Longevity Pay
Dental
Vision
Dependent Optional Life Insurance
Voluntary ADD Insurance
Dependent Health Life Insurance
Health Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through theCAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
A valid government-issued drivers license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a drivers license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423. Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work a
