Administrative Associate
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Administrative Associate
Salary
$19.09 - $23.74 Hourly
Location
North District
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
37970
Department
HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date
01/14/2026
Closing Date
1/20/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE
Posting Number: PN# 37970
Division: PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Reporting Location: 2525 NORTH LOOP WEST SUITE 400 HOUSTON TX. 77008
Workdays & Hours: M-F 7AM-3PMSubject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs professional administrative tasks related to the implementation of policies and procedures in the assigned department.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compiles data for use in a variety of reports, surveys, inventories, and studies.
Composes, edits, and prepares correspondence, speeches, reports, directives, etc.
Maintains, prepares, revises, and disseminates department rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and other pertinent reference information.
Assists in department budget preparation and monitoring.
Assists in planning and implementing department sponsored activities and programs.
Coordinates special projects and conducts field investigations to evaluate project progress.
Provides technical guidance and assistance to clerical staff.
All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.
"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required."
If applicable, the applicant's past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required. Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 13
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during 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 713-308-1289.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 713-308-1289. (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 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
13 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
What is the highest level of education you have obtained?
Less than a High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree or higher
02
If you answered that you have a college degree what was your field of study?
Business Administration
Liberal Arts
A related field of study
I do not have a degree
03
If you selected "a related field of study", please indicate the degree you have obtained. ("See Resume" is not acceptable. If this statement does not apply to you, please @type N/A.)
04
How many years of professional administrative work experience do you have?
Less than one year
1 year but less than 2 years
2 years but less than 3 years
3 years but less than 4 years
4 years or more
No experience
05
Work setting experience - Administrative Associate (Check all that apply and can be verified)
Perform clerical duties
Compile and maintain data
Use a professional tracking system
Create and maintain varying reports
Support team and supervisor when needed
No experience
06
Briefly describe your experience reviewing reports for missing and/or inaccurate information. Be specific. ("See Resume" is not acceptable. If this statement does not apply to you, please @type N/A.)
07
Do you have professional administrative experience specifically in law enforcement?
Yes
No
08
If you answered "yes" to question #7, please describe your specific experience. ("See Resume" is not acceptable. If this statement does not apply to you, please @type N/A.)
09
Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a Worksheet, creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail.
INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message.
ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel. delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar.
EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars.
No Experience
10
Describe your experience reviewing reports that require the upmost attention to detail. Be specific. ("See Resume" is not acceptable. If this statement does not apply to you, please @type N/A.)
11
Do you have a strong ability to develop professional documents that will be sent to various HPD personnel, including, but not limited to upper management and divisions throughout the department.?
Yes
No
12
Please describe your professional experience in managing calls or office visits from officers/civilians who are experiencing emotionally traumatizing incidents, ("See Resume" is not acceptable. If this statement does not apply to you, please @type N/A.)
13
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
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