J P CHIEF CLERK.6011600
Dallas, TX
| Employer: | Dallas County |
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Brief Description Serves as an administrative assistant to an Elected Official by managing the daily administration and operations of several areas of responsibility by planning, assigning and supervising the work of others, establishing goals and objectives, developing schedules, priorities and standards for achieving goals, and coordinating and evaluating program activities. Detailed Description Plans, organizes, delegates, and oversees the daily operations of several areas of responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Oversee the office to ensure staffing coverage is adequate, productivity standards are met and are effective provide feedback to department managers and staff collect data for performance measures and generate activity reports and statutory reports to the respective governmental agencies oversee daily receipts and deposits to ensure balance and accuracy oversee payroll time and attendance to ensure accuracy. Research and maintain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of applicable laws, criminal and civil procedures, policies and procedures to effectively communicate with staff, colleagues, elected officials, department heads, judges, attorneys, pro-se litigants, assistant district attorneys, law enforcement and other professionals to resolve problems, answer questions, and modify policies and procedures. Hire and train supervisory and support staff, develop and implement goals and objectives, performance measures, and techniques to evaluate performance and initiate disciplinary actions, prepare scheduling and productivity and workload statistical reports for employees. Represent the department in oral presentation, hearings, legislative meetings, interacting with the judiciary, law enforcement, and other agencies to communicate ideas and resolve problems. Order and maintain inventory of office consumables, ensure all office equipment is working as required and serviced as necessary, perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Two (2) years of work related experience in a legal, business or governmental field. Proficient in office software applications. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Requires thorough knowledge of local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations specific to the area of responsibility. Working knowledge of court procedures. Standard office environment. May be required to stand, walk and sit for prolonged periods. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., unassisted. Additional Details An extensive pre-employment background investigation will be conducted on all applicants who have been offered a position with Dallas County. The hiring process involves successful completion of each step. The steps include: Criminal History Review, Traffic Violations Record, Review of Personal History Statement and Documents, Physical Examination, and Background Investigation. Dallas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, National Service Alumni volunteers, and persons with a criminal background are encouraged to apply. | |