TPWD - Administrative Assistant V (Office Manager)

Administrative Assistant

TPWD MISSION : To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION : Under the direction of Assistant Superintendent, this position performs advanced (senior-level) administrative support work to include disseminating information, preparing correspondence and / or maintaining filing systems regarding personnel management, purchasing, budgeting, training, material / property management, and / or other administrative procedures as assigned. May supervise the work of others to include performance reviews, onboarding, offboarding, personnel actions and time entry. May provide information and assistance to the public. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES : 20% Administrative Support : In consultation with the Human Resources Division and Site / Regional leadership; prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents. Responds to inquiries, explains and disseminates information concerning agency or divisional programs, procedures, regulations or policies. Conducts administrative reviews of reports, documents, or summaries to ensure completeness. Performs administrative edits to data in charts, graphs, and / or databases. Operates electronic mail systems and coordinates the flow of information both internal and external to the agency. May perform, organize and administer travel arrangements for management. Plans, coordinates and facilitates meeting locations, preparation of presentations as required.

40% Purchasing, Accounting and / or Budgeting Duties : Assists supervisor or upper management with data needed for budget preparation. Accurately monitors and maintains budget tracking system as requested. Reviews expenditure history, analyzes trends and assists with forecasting as requested by supervisor or other management staff. Maintains accounting system for revenue tracking and reporting. Reviews purchase request documents for accuracy to ensure purchasing compliance. Enters data related to purchase orders, requisitions and procurement card transactions into system of record. May maintain procurement card logs, receipts and other related documents. May make purchases with a state procurement card. Collects revenue and ensures fiscal control policies are accurately implemented.

25% Supervisory Duties and Personnel Management : May supervise the work of others to include performance reviews, onboarding, offboarding, personnel actions and time entry / approval. Coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants. Answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. Monitors / tracks employee timesheets for completeness. Prepares and monitors leave reports for supervisor as requested. May assist with interview processes in coordination with division and agency protocols. May coordinate system access and deactivation for new / separating employees and coordinate equipment and uniform assignment / retrievals.

10% Other Division Specific Job Duties : Provides customer service to provide information and assistance to site visitors / public.

5% Marginal Job Duties : Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and p