TESRS - Staff Services Officer I

Staff Services Officer I

The Texas Emergency Services Retirement System is a pension system for volunteer firefighters and first responders in Texas.

Physical Work Address :

North Lamar Boulevard Building

4800 N. Lamar Blvd., Suite 320

Austin, Texas 78756

Tesrs Offers :

• Flexible work schedule
• Telecommuting options after 6-month probationary period has been successfully completed
• Work-life balance
• Up to 96 hours of accrued vacation per year
• 96 hours of accrued sick leave per year
• 12 holidays + other optional holidays per year
• Paid comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees; State of Texas pays 50% of the premium costs for dependents

General Description :

The Staff Service Officer performs routine (journey-level) staff services work supporting the Executive Director and the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System (TESRS) staff. Work includes planning, directing, and coordinating several staff services functions such as administrative, accounting, purchasing, property, records, and retirement benefits. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Duties :

Work Hours :

Eight-hour work schedule between 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., 40-hour week, Monday Friday with occasional work schedule variance when necessary. Hours may change based on business need.

Performance Evaluation :

New employees will be evaluated after six months of employment. The next time new employees will be evaluated is after their first 12 months of employment with that evaluation covering the entire 12-month period.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Military Preference :

To receive militarys preference a copy of your DD214 (Member 4) is required. Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall within the essential duties of the job position or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position. If selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of military preference :

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditors Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditors Office Military Crosswalk Guide. The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information Go to : http : / / www.texasskillstowork.com, http : / / www.onetonline.org, https : / / hr.sao.texas.gov / CompensationSystem / JobDescriptions / or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications / requirements and skill sets.