Administrative Assistant IV

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Functional Title: Administrative Assistant IV
Job Title: Administrative Asst IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Regional Operations Field Staf
Posting Number: 21052
Closing Date: 09/18/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Range: $3,248.00- $4,837.08
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-15
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: ABILENE
Job Location Address: 4601 S 1ST ST
Other Locations: Midland
MOS Codes: 0100,0111,0170,3372,3381,4430,6046,15P,3F5X1,420A,42A,56M,68G,741X,8A200,AZ,LS,LSS,MC,PERS,PS,RP,SN
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Job Description:

The Office of Guardianship Services (OGS) Administrative Assistant IV reports to the OGS Unit Supervisor and is responsible for complex administrative support work for the supervisor and field staff. The position performs administrative duties to include, but not limited to technical support of the operations of the OGS program, data entry into the Guardianship Online Data System (GOLD), creating Excel spreadsheets, maintaining monthly budget reports, composing replies to routine and non-routine correspondence, disseminating information, preparing, analyzing and editing reports, reviewing legal documents, analyzing trends, creating tracking sheets and monitoring tools for quality assurance and monitoring GOLD for accurate input and dates as well as maintaining confidential files and reports. This position answers multi-line telephones, routes calls to appropriate staff and takes messages, processes mail which may include driving to the post office for next day’s mailings. Position assists all unit staff in travel reservations and completing of E-Travel. Notarizes legal documents. May provide coverage to other units and may provide guidance to others.

Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The selected candidate must have the ability to provide a reliable internet service in a home office location free from distractions and will provide the ability to ensure confidentiality of client and employee’s information.

“This position is eligible for telework consistent with HHSC telework policy, which is subject to change. Employees may be required to work in the office one or more days a week.”

Why work for HHSC:
The Guardianship Program with Health and Human Service Commission (HHSC) is responsible for protecting the elderly and individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities who have been abused, neglected, and/or exploited.

HHSC Guardianship is not only a qualifying organization for the Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments, but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. An additional benefit you will receive is 12 days of paid annual leave, 12 sick days, and the potential to earn up to four days of administrative leave each year. Your annual paid leave accrual increases as your tenure increases.

Essential Job Functions:

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

EJF 1. Performs advanced administrative and technical tasks in the areas of program administration; responsible for developing, analyzing, and preparing complex Management Information reports and budget analysis with proposed recommendations for Program Supervisors review. Routinely utilizes common software applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe systems. From these applications, will create presentations, documents, or spreadsheets of information to be used by unit staff. Prepares and reviews legal documentation, drafts written correspondence and other documents. Notarizes legal documents. Processes purchase orders, makes travel arrangements, and prepares and reviews travel authorizations and claims for technical accuracy for all staff, within established time frames. (20%)

EJF 2. Develops and maintains databases of information; inputs data and initiates query of data from the Guardianship Online Database System for creation of complex, routine, and special statistical analysis reports requested by the Program Supervisor. Assists the Program Supervisor and field staff with a variety of administrative matters, including scheduling interviews for unit specific position vacancies. (20%)

EJF 3. The OGS Administrative Assistant answers phones on a rotating basis for building coverage and on a daily basis for the guardianship program. Will route calls to appropriate staff, return calls and take messages, manages the Supervisors calendar, manages unit leave calendar and training calendar, prepares responses for the Supervisor for inquiries from OGS program staff, service providers, other state agencies, and the general public regarding the Office of Guardianship Services program, and monitors the OGS budget. (20%)

EJF 4: The OGS Administrative Assistant will be the first contact with stakeholders in person and via telephonic interaction and will display a positive attitude toward customer services. Administrative Assistant will develop liaisons and working relationships with all guardianship staff and program regional attorneys as well as with county court staff including clerks, attorneys, county attorneys, and court appointed representatives through in person and phone contact. The assistant is responsible for the preparation and review of legal correspondence, administrative documents and court documents as well as obtaining court documents from local and non-local court houses to ensure the required information is available to program. Obtaining documents will require travel to court houses, county courts, or clerks’ offices. The assistant is responsible for external database searches involving understanding and navigation of the internet to identify real and personal property of proposed wards within the state of Texas and other states, in order to complete guardianship applications. Assistant will verify legal filings were filed timely and correctly and notify staff of any inaccuracies. (20%)

EJF 5 – The OGS Administrative Assistant must work independently by reviewing program referrals and obtaining additional information from referral sources, other state agencies, and courts. Will answer general guardianship referral questions. Will complete inventories or assist staff with the personal and real property inventory of the clients served. Will manage the guardianship storage room and properly label and organize any property belonging to clients. Will track, document, file and inventory the personal and confidential, original documents belonging to clients in the guardianship locked firesafe storage cabinets. Will review all documents every 6 months and document findings in database. Will monitor bank and trust accounts of clients. Will exercise considerable judgement in determining needed items for the client, will shop for the client and deliver purchased goods to the client. Must be able to maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. Will be required to assist in field training and communicating. Performs other job duties as may be assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Must be able and willing to work outside of the regular eight-hour business day, including nights and weekends, as requested by the supervisor. (20%)

Registration, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

1. Must become a licensed notary within the first year of employment.

2. A valid driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle, passenger cargo

load. Applicants must provide proof of driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

· Experience with office practices, administrative procedures,

and organizational skills.

· Experience in use of personal computers and software applications.

· Ability to navigate the Guardianship Online Database System for data input

and monitoring.

· Ability to maintain filing systems. Ability to handle and safeguard sensitive

and confidential information.

· Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in making

administrative and technical decisions.

· Ability to develop/implement administrative procedures and to evaluate

their effectiveness.

· Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

· Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

· Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and orally.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

with supervisor and co-workers.

Initial Screening Criteria:

· Graduation from a standard senior high school, GED, or equivalent.

· Travel at least 10% outside of your assigned work location is required.

· At least three (3) years of experience in administrative support operations

including, but not limited to data entry; preparing, editing, and distributing

correspondence and reports; maintaining filing and record keeping

systems; meeting deadlines; answering phones and working with

stakeholders.

· Technical and administrative experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power

Point, Outlook, Adobe, and standard office equipment.

· Experience with developing and maintaining databases of information and

extracting reports.

· Experience making travel arrangements.

Acceptable Substitutions:

· 10 semester credit hours completed at an accredited college or university may be substituted for 1 year of the required experience. 30 semester credit hours may be substituted for 3 years of the required experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Employment contingent upon passing a criminal background check and annually thereafter.

Interviewee selection is based upon applicants demonstrating a clear match to all Initial criteria. Preference is given to those applicants matching the majority of preferred criteria. Applicants must be able and willing to utilize their personal vehicle to conduct agency business, maintain a valid Texas driver’s license, and must maintain State-required levels of personal motor vehicle insurance. Applicants must successfully complete an assessment upon submission of their application. Interview selection will be based upon a combination of clear matching criteria and assessment.

HHS agencies use E -Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on aiapply.co. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on aiapply.co. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.