Administrative Assistant I

Salary: $30,934.00 Annually
Location : 711 E. El Cibolo Rd, Edinburg, TX
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 2026-03621
Department: Hidalgo County - Sheriff
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 5:00 PM Central
Status:: External Advertisement
Open Positions:: 1
Grade:: 04
Work Hours:: Must be able to work hours, which do not coincide with Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm workday.
Advertisement details and/or special instructions:: This position will be assigned to the County Jail. The selected candidate will perform the duties and responsibilities of the position within the County Jail facility. Please submit resume with application.


General Description
Employee performs entry-level administrative support or technical program work. Work involves disseminating information, maintaining filing systems, and performing internal administrative support work. Employee works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
To be considered an applicant for this position, we require that you upload copies of the following documents. Applicant package will not be considered complete until we receive all of the required documents that are listed below. ** Please upload each document separately**

1. ** Please upload/attach a copy of the following:


- Please upload a copy of your high school diploma, GED or college transcript.


2. **Please download the link below. Make sure to get this form notarized and uploaded as an attachment to your application:

3. ** Please DO NOT upload or attach any other documents not listed above. Attaching other documents will delay the processing of your application.

This position will be assigned to the County Jail. The selected candidate will perform the duties and responsibilities of the position within the County Jail facility.
Examples of Work Performed
Provides assistance answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, greeting visitors, and directing them to the appropriate staff.
Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents.
Maintains files and records.
Performs data entry.
Schedules and confirms appointments for clients, customers, or supervisors.
Maintains scheduling and event calendars.
Sets up and manages paper or electronic filing systems, recording information, updating paperwork, or maintaining documents, such as attendance records, correspondence, or other material.
Assists in compiling statistical data and preparing various charts, graphs, and written summaries.
Completes forms in accordance with company procedures.
Orders and dispenses supplies.
Prepares invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.
Arranges conference, meeting, or travel reservations for office personnel.
May receive and review forms and applications for completeness of information.
May interpret and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
May review applications for agency services to ensure forms are filled out completely and accurately.
Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience
Graduation from a high school.


Experience in clerical work or administrative support work preferred.
Certificates, Licenses and Registration:
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.
Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.
Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.
Ability to communicate effectively.
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