Program Specialist

3 weeks ago

Austin, United States Office of the Governor Full time

OOG Job #: 2024-57
- WIT #: 16547809
- Opening Date: 4/19/2024
- Travel Required: N/A
- Monthly Salary: $4,833.34 - $5,209.00
- Position Location: Austin, Texas
- Group Step: B18
- Class: 1571
- Status: Veteran Hold

Program Specialist - Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking for a Program Specialist (Program Specialist II) to work in the Economic Development and Tourism Office - Business and Community Development (BCD).

Who We Are

The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.

What You’ll Do

This is a job that performs moderately complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work to support BCD functions and staff. Work includes coordinating and processing travel, administrative support, special projects, and assignments with staff and external organizations, when appropriate. Demonstrates efficiency, superior customer focus, and strong interpersonal effectiveness whether communicating with others over the telephone or in person.
- Provides administrative and technical assistance to BCD staff, including maintaining files, contacts, and calendars, as directed.
- Assists in the preparation of materials for meetings, events, conferences, and special projects, as needed.
- Assists staff in data collection, organization and/or preparation of materials in response to requests for program information.
- Supports all accounting and administrative functions performed within the division.
- Serves as the Travel Liaison for the division. Coordinates and processes travel related forms and documents.
- Performs duties as the Records Retention Coordinator for the division.
- Provides administrative support to the Director of Business and Community Development.
- Serves as back-up for division purchasing, including reconciling, and approving financial invoices for payment by Financial Services.
- Serves as back-up for front desk coverage.
- Provides customer service to internal and external users.

How You’ll Qualify

Two (2) years of experience in administrative support, office work, program support, or customer service-related positions.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

You’re a Great Fit with

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, business administration or a related major.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

Veterans, Reservists or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.

Only interviewed applicants will receive notice of the final disposition of the selection process.

**Registration, Certification or Licensure**

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

**Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions**

This classification functions in a standard office environment. Ability to move up to 20 Ibs. Ability to drive and travel as needed. Will need to move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, set up conference rooms for meetings, etc. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information via phone, computer and in person. Must be able to observe and evaluate data in a variety of formats, including hard copy, electronic and media formats. Must be able to work hours during a legislative session that include holidays and as needed.

Pay: $4,833.34 - $5,209.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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