Senior Administrative Assistant — Law Enforcement Support

The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an Administrative Assistant who will provide administrative support work for the division. Work involves disseminating information and maintaining filing systems. JOB POSTING NOTICE Applicants for this position should be prepared to pass a background investigation. The MFCU works cases jointly with other law enforcement agencies including the FBI, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Inspector General and IRS. In certain cases, it is necessary for our staff to have a Top Secret security clearance in order to fully participate in joint investigations or in task force activities. Top Secret clearances are not required prior to employment but in certain cases may be required at a later date. Since most security clearance problems arise from criminal records or unresolved bad credit issues, full criminal and credit checks will be run on all applicants prior to employment. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent Experience: Four years of full-time clerical, general office, administrative support (or closely related) experience; may substitute bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment Ability to provide excellent customer service Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5% Administrative Assistant V: Experience: Five years of full-time clerical, general office, administrative support (or closely related) experience; may substitute bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. Skills: Microsoft Office software #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Texas