Job Description
Launch your public service career with Texas' leading transportation agency! Join our dynamic El Paso team as an Entry-Level Administrative Specialist and gain hands-on experience in state government operations. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits, mentorship opportunities, and a pathway to long-term career growth within state service. Help us build Texas' future while developing valuable administrative, communication, and project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Support department operations through document preparation, data entry, and record maintenance
- Assist with public inquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions
- Coordinate scheduling, meetings, and travel arrangements for department staff
- Manage filing systems and ensure compliance with state record-keeping protocols
- Process purchase orders, expense reports, and basic financial documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and initiatives
- Utilize state software systems for reporting and data management
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree preferred
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced government environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation handling
- Customer service-oriented with professional demeanor
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- Texas residency required at time of application