Administrative Specialist - Property Management
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Administrative Specialist - Property Management
Salary
$2,134.00 - $3,092.58 Biweekly
Location
900 Bagby-City Hall Annex
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
38833
Department
General Services
Opening Date
06/08/2026
Closing Date
6/15/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Interested
Division/ Section: Property Management - Environmental
Reporting Location: 900 Bagby Street
Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Subject to Change
ABOUT US
In 2000, the General Services Department (GSD) was established to construct, improve, operate, and maintain the City's building portfolio. Since that time, GSD has evolved into a full-service, client-centered department that provides a comprehensive suite of services to over 300 facilities: representing 7.7 million square feet of occupied space. As a full-service department, GSD assists its clients in identifying the appropriate real estate solution and then provides design and construction services for the development of the facility. Once the facility is ready for occupation, GSD provides energy, property, and security management services to ensure the lights come on and the facility is clean, well-maintained, and secure. To further enhance the operation of its facilities, GSD established the Sustainable Growth division.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The General Services Department is looking for a skilled Administrative Specialist to perform varied professional administrative functions for its Property Management - Environmental section. This position supports departmental operations by interpreting policies, coordinating administrative processes, managing documentation, and assisting with budget and contractual activities. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
The Administrative Specialist duties include but are not limited to:
The General Services Department (GSD) is seeking an Administrative Specialist that can perform varied professional administrative functions in support of management and contract administration and compliance for the Environmental Management Division. This position will be responsible for the following duties:
Respond to calls and requests from vendors and the Strategic Procurement Division of the City's Finance Department
Organizes and oversees the inventory, cataloging, retention, and retrieval of department documents in accordance with records management standards.
Address contract compliance issues with vendors and coordinate with OBO and GSD's Contract Compliance Officer
Coordinate mandatory training for Environmental Management personnel
Schedule appointments, draft, proof, edit correspondence for the Division Manager and Environmental Management team
Draft correspondence related to environmental service contracts
Monitor and track Environmental Management contract expenditures
Assist with drafting scopes of work and specifications for Environmental Management procurements.
Prepare routine and special reports for Environmental Management.
Coordinate, prepare and track reimbursement requests and personnel licensing renewals.
Assist Environmental Management personnel with SAP issues and conduct training for requisitioning and receiving
Process Environmental Management requisitions, service entry sheets and receivers for service contracts
Maintain accurate and organized files.
Perform other duties necessary for the efficient flow of the Environmental Management Division operations or GSD operations as assigned.
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.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three years of administrative experience are required.
Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to qualified applicants with the following:
Demonstrable Extensive Administrative experience
Superior written and oral communication skills
Experience in data analytics
Experience with SAP
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc.
Administrative experience in construction or commercial property management.
Valid Driver's License, as well as
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
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer a skills test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
PAY GRADE: 20
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.
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 832-393-6051 (http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm .%20or%20call%20832-393-6051) .
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6051. (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
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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
Are you a current City of Houston employee?
Yes
No
03
Which best describes your education and experience?
Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field and AT LEAST three (3) year of professional administrative experience.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field and LESS THAN three (3) year of professional administrative experience.
Associates Degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field and AT LEAST five (5) years of professional administrative experience.
Associates Degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field and LESS THAN five (5) years of professional administrative experience.
High School Diploma/GED and AT LEAST seven (7) years of professional administrative experience.
High School Diploma/GED and LESS THAN seven (7) years of professional administrative experience.
None of the above.
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How many years of verifiable administrative experience do you possess?
Less than 1 year
1 year to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 5 years
5 to less than 7 years
7 to less than 9 years
9 or more years
No Experience
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If you listed experience, please briefly explain your administrative experience. If No experience, @type "N/A." Any form of "See Resume" will NOT be accepted.
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Do you have experience with SAP?
Yes
No
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If you indicated experience with SAP, please briefly describe your experience in detail. If no experience, @type "NA." Any form of "See Resume" will NOT be accepted.
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Please select your experience using Microsoft Suite from the following:
BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks in Word, enter correct data, create a database, import data from Excel in Access, format cells, rows and columns in Excel, create a PowerPoint presentation file with a title slide, bullet points and place in slide loop mode; creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail in Outlook.
INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, mail merges in Word; create primary key to associate data between multiple tables, create a select query in Access; create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets & charts in Excel; add special affects to presentation (design and animation) in PowerPoint; reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message in Outlook.
ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges in Word, create a split form and report and back up your databases in Access; use the filter and formula functions to manipulate data in Excel; transition presentation slides, link Excel charts to presentation and add voice in PowerPoint; 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 in Word, manage Macro commands, and manage database objects in Access, use advance formula functions (VLOOKUP, IF, IS) manage macro commands, group rows or columns in Excel; publish presentation online, embed objects into presentation in PowerPoint; managing multiple calendars, set rules for incoming mail, create subfolders for mail to be placed in Outlook.
No Experience
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