Business Services Specialist

Position Overview The Business Services Specialist provides operational, administrative, and customer service support to ensure business functions run smoothly. Acts as a liaison between departments, maintains records, processes contracts and purchases, helps with budgeting and compliance, and may deal with internal technology or service request tools. The role helps drive efficiency, accuracy, and high‑quality customer service (both internal and external). Job Duties Prepare and make presentations to businesses throughout the region to explain services and promote a better understanding of business opportunities available with the Office of the County Engineer. Makes needed information available to the different divisions within the department related to overall business operations, such as sources of supply, government contracts and bidding procedures, market data, and management aids. Coordinate procurement, purchase requisitions, contracts, and vendor communications. Assist with and maintain contacts with AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) firms. Acts as liaison between business firms to facilitate the resolution of immediate and long‑range concerns or problems. Coordinate travel, meeting, or event arrangements. Handle customer service calls by responding to inquiries, helping staff or external customers with process questions or issues. Use internal tools to maintain procurement, financial, and contract tracking platforms to ensure data integrity. Identify process improvements and assist in implementing more efficient workflows. Perform duties as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity Plan: If you need special services or accommodations, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Requirements Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a closely related field. A Master’s degree in a directly related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in customer service or business development, client service management. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Good written and verbal communication. Customer service orientation. Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Basic financial skills (budgeting, tracking expenses, etc.). Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), internal procurement, or financial systems. Ability to learn/work with specialized software (travel booking, procurement, recordkeeping). Problem‑solving mindset; ability to spot inefficiencies. Licensure: Valid Texas Driver’s License upon hire, and a good driving record. Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement: Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities. Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events. Confirm work assignments with your supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events. Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity. NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation, but only information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. General Information Position Type: Full‑Time | Regular | 40 hours per week. Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending on the project or workload. Salary Commensurate experience, based on 26 pay periods. Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time. This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits Medical, vision, and dental insurance. Wellness. Professional development opportunities. Flexible spending accounts. 457 deferred compensation plans. Retirement pension (TCDRS). Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program). Disability and life insurance. Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). #J-18808-Ljbffr