TCEQ - Administrative Assistant Program

TCEQ - Administrative Assistant Program (00049720)

Organization

TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Primary Location

Texas-Austin

Work Locations

Headquarters (582-HQAUS)12100 Park 35 CircleAustin78753

Other Locations

Texas-San Antonio, Texas-Waco, Texas-El Paso, Texas-Beaumont, Texas-Houston, Texas-Abilene, Texas-Dallas, Texas-Tyler, Texas-Harlingen, Texas-Corpus Christi, Texas-Laredo, Texas-Lubbock, Texas-Midland, Texas-San Angelo, Texas-Amarilllo

Office and Administrative Support

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-timeStandard Hours Per Week : 40.00State Job Code : 0159Salary Admin Plan : AGrade : 19

Salary (Pay Basis)

3,392.00-4,739.00(Monthly)

Number of Openings

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2025, 2 : 12 : 49 PM

Closing Date

Aug 28, 2025, 11 : 59 : 00 PM

Description

Are you an experienced Administrative Assistant, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency?

Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state’s public health and natural resources. For details on the amazing benefits we provide, please see here .

Work Schedule

Standard business hours are M-F, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.Individual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQRegion Office.

HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?

This program is designed to collect a pool of candidates. It will be used to fill multiple, open positions across different cities in Texas. It will remain open until filled.

Hiring managers will request candidates with specific work experience and geographic preferences. Candidates who match the specification will receive an email inviting them to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. Once interviews are complete, the hiring manager will make a final selection. Please note , only a limited number of interviews are given for each position, a prompt response is highly encouraged.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Respond to Public Information Requests (PIRs), track progress of assigned PIRs and take action to resolve issues.
• Prepare and / or proofread correspondence, spreadsheets, and reports. Purchase equipment / supplies and coordinate travel.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, provide customer service, and answer multi-line phone systems. Comfortable with using Microsoft Word, Excel and other database / software systems.
• Develop and maintain databases, record keeping and filing systems. Scan, fax and operate standard office equipment.
• Perform staffing functions related to recruitment, processing new and separating employees, etc. Conduct audits and make recommendations for process improvement. Assist with special projects as needed.
• This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Classification

Minimum Qualifications

Salary

Administrative Assistant III

High school diploma or its equivalent plus one year of full-time experience providing administrative and / or clerical support in an office setting.

Fifteen semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for each 6 months of the required experience.

3,392.00 monthly

Administrative Assistant IV

High school diploma or its equivalent plus 3 years of full-time experience providing administrative support in an office setting.

Fifteen semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for each 6 months of the required experience.

Two years of full-time TCEQ experience as an Administrative Assistant III.

3,741.00 monthly

Administrative Assistant V

High school diploma or its equivalent plus 5 years of full-time experience providing administrative support in an office setting.

Fifteen semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for each six months of the required experience with a maximum substitution of 4 years.

Two years as an Administrative Assistant IV at TCEQ.

4,137.00 monthly

Administrative Assistant VI

Graduation from a standard senior high school or its equivalent plus six years of full-time experience providing administrative support in an office setting.

Fifteen semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for each six months of the required experience with a maximum substitution of four years.

4,739.00 monthly

TRANSCRIPT / COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK :

on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.

In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODES

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at : Please click the hyperlink under ‘Occupational Category’ for the respective Class Title.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.