Salary: $18.08 HourlyLocation : Georgetown: 100 Wilco Way, TXJob Type: Full-Time - Funding to begin on 10/01/2024Job Number: 14.02795Department: Veteran ServicesOpening Date: 09/18/2024FLSA: Non-ExemptJOB SUMMARY***This position is funded to begin 10/1/2024***Reporting directly to Office Administrator, responsible for providing support to the Williamson County Veterans Services office by performing moderately complex administrative and case management duties. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
- Provides customer service to veterans and staff via telephone, email, and in person
- Screens telephone calls and refers callers to appropriate staff
- Prepares and files forms, reports, correspondence, and related documents
- Ensures filing systems are maintained and up to date
- Retrieves, sorts, and distributes incoming mail and fax documents
- Provides resources to veterans and their families
- Schedules appointments and sends confirmations
- Answers routine questions within the scope of position
- Performs case management duties including intake and case task assignment for Veteran Service Officers
- Enters and verifies data within applicable databases and systems
- Creates and maintains various reports, forms, worksheets, and informational materials
- Assist department staff and management with events and other clerical duties, as needed
- Communicates all changes and conflicts to supervisor
- Attends all meetings and trainings as required
- Performs special duties as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports directly to - Office Administrator
- Direct Reports - No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
IRREGULAR HOURS
- Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
- May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
- Regular attendance is required
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year of clerical experience in a customer service role
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequired within thirty (30) days of employment
- Valid Texas Driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior public sector experience and/or experience working with veterans
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Knowledge of U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs law, regulations, and rulings
- Knowledge of veteran records and forms such as DD214 military discharge records, vital medical records, and military medals and awards
EMPLOYMENT TESTING Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
- Criminal background check: Yes
- Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
- Drug screening: Yes
- Physical exam: No
- Psychological exam: No
- Additional: N/A
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONA Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) ###-#### or visit our website at . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICYWilliamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-###-####.01 Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent?
02 Do you have one (1) year of clerical experience in a customer service role?
03 Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?
04 Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite?
05 Based on the job description, why do you believe you are the best candidate for this position? Required Question