Administrative Assistant (Austin)

TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION • Austin, TX • 2h ago

WHO WE ARE: The Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. The State Office Appeals Department is searching for an Administrative Assistant I to join the team. This is an in-office position located at 101 E. 15th Street, our State Office location in Austin, on the North lawn of the Texas State Capitol. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE: You have strong communication skills and attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines. The selected applicant must be able to report to work at 101 E. 15th Street in Austin, Texas from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday - Friday.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: As an intake team member, work primarily involves administering clerical support for the Appeals Department across the state. The Appeals Department holds and hears first level appeals from the original determination in disputed claims for unemployment insurance benefits under the Texas Unemployment Compensations Act; and disputed claims for unemployment insurance under specific federal programs. Upon request, the Appeals Department may also be called upon to hold other special hearings. The hearings are mandated by state law and are to be held in a fair and impartial manner. The Administrative Assistant I performs entry-level administrative support work for the State Office Appeals Department of the Texas Workforce Commission. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

Perform routine entry level administrative support work for the State Office Appeals Department of the Texas Workforce Commission.

Update UI Appeal decisions by entering the statistical data supplied by hearing officers on the summary sheets in the decision update screens.

Use personal computer (PC) to process case documents, research and enter data, and request additional documents.

Process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, fax and email within established time frame.

Process digital information with CDs or digital storage devices, copy recordings as requested; @type letters and keep daily log of all completed and pending request.

May involve lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds of files and documents.

Prepare, generate and distribute reports and correspondences for the department in a timely manner.

May include data entry into various databases.

Occasional overtime as needed to perform the assigned duties.

Perform other duties as assigned, which may include cross training to assist other units as need arises.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

Six months of full-time experience that provided knowledge of administrative support functions and office practices and procedures, or clerical administration and business management practices, such as preparation, maintenance, and control of forms, records, and reports.

Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

Demonstrated proficiency with numeric ten-key.

Demonstrated data entry experience using a PC or other database.

Demonstrated experience in filing and/or mailing documents.

Good interpersonal skills to communicate with internal and external customers.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on accuracy.

YOU GAIN:

A Family Friendly Certified Workplace

Competitive salary: $2,772.36/month

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts

Medical Insurance

Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

Additional benefits for active employees can be found at

Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.

VETERANS: Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser:

HOW TO APPLY: To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com{target="blank"} or on Taleo (Job Search{target="blank"}). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

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