Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:

Assists and supports the daily activities of the Commissioner and assigned duties and projects.  Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

• Attends meetings and serves on committee to ensure constituents are represented when Commissioner is unable or unavailable to attend meetings. 
• Manages computer software to ensure that daily activities are not hindered due to inability to access a particular software or program. 
• Reviews and consults the items that are up for approval before Commissioners Court. 
• Provides accurate layouts of areas within precinct using GIS mapping. 
• Translates and interprets policies and documents and provides proper verbiage regarding certain documents and legislative changes. 
• Responds to citizen’s questions and complaints and resolves or refers to appropriate person. 
• Responds to correspondence and telephone calls or refers to appropriate person. 
• Ensures that the proper programs are receiving the necessary funding through the county development grant programs. 
• Develops and edits the precinct’s newsletter and correspondence to media to inform the public or news media of changes within precinct. 
• Monitors budget expenditures and makes or recommends adjustments when necessary. 
• Ensures that proper equipment or expenses are maintained within the guidelines previously approved by court or during budget hearings. 
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

• High School Diploma/GED with one year of college in Business Administration or Public Relations.  (Two years of directly related experience may substitute of college requirement in addition to experience requirement.) 
• Three years job related experience. 
• Excellent computer and typing skills (40 WPM preferred) and experienced on 10-key calculator preferred.  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, department and elected officials.  
• Strong verbal and written communication and organization skills. 
• Computer experience and technical experience in support of various software programs. 

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.