Administrative Specialist

Administrative Specialist

Salary

$57,445.70 - $72,514.00 Annually

Location

1200 Travis

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39360

Department

HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: DIVISION ONLY

Job Classification: ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

Posting Number: PN# 39360

Department: HOUSTON POLICE

Division: HOMICIDE

Reporting Location: 1200 TRAVIS 6TH FLOOR

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY; 7 AM - 3 PM*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs varied professional administrative functions in the research, development, interpretation and implementation of the assigned department's fiscal and operational policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interprets and disseminates administrative policies and procedural revisions for staff implementation.
• Provides guidance to department staff in various activities necessary to attain operational goals.
• Composes correspondence, directives, speeches, etc.; prepares drafts on various departmental matters and edits material as required.
• Responds to written and telephone inquiries, requests and complaints from the general public.
• Conducts studies of department organization and operation; coordinates preparation of report on findings and offers recommendations concerning various problems.
• Represents department head at designated conferences, meetings and public events.
• Assists as needed in producing public information activities, including preparing news releases brochures, visual presentations, etc.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.
• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required."

If applicable, the applicant's past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Three year of administrative experience is required. Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS;

None

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NO

If this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION:

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 20

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713-308-1228).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1228). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Please select your highest level of education completed.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree

02

Do you currently work for Houston Police Department - Homicide Division?

• Yes
• No

03

What field of study is your degree in?

• Business Administration
• Liberal Arts
• A related field of study
• A non-related field of study
• I do not have a degree

04

If selected "Non-related field of study", please indicate the degree you obtain (see resume is not acceptable, if statement does not apply please insert N/A)

05

How many verifiable years of administrative experience do you have?

• Less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years but less than 7 years
• 7 years or more
• No administrative experience

06

Have you ever received and/or process records request relating to homicide/dead investigations?

• Yes
• No

07

Please select the verifiable skill set you obtain as it relates to this position (Check all that apply).

• Handles property disposition slips.
• Research and tracks crime data.
• Validates unidentified person records.
• Acts as an inter-agency liaison and responds to written and telephone inquiries/requests from other agencies.

08

Manually researches microfilm archives using the Microfiche machine?

• Yes
• No

09

Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks in Word, enter correct data, create a database, import data from Excel in Access, format cells, rows and columns in Excel, create a PowerPoint presentation file with a title slide, bullet points and place in slide loop mode; creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail in Outlook
• INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, mail merges in Word; create primary key to associate data between multiple tables, create a select query in Access; create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets & charts in Excel; add special affects to presentation (design and animation) in PowerPoint; reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message in Outlook.
• ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges in Word, create a split form and report and back up your databases in Access; use the filter and formula functions to manipulate data in Excel; transition presentation slides, link Excel charts to presentation and add voice in PowerPoint; delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar.
• EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks in Word, manage Macro commands, and manage database objects in Access, use advance formula functions (Vlookup, IF, IS) manage macro commands, group rows in Excel; publish presentation online, embed objects into presentation in PowerPoint; managing multiple calendars, set rules for incoming mail, create subfolders for mail to be placed in Outlook.
• I have no experience in working with Microsoft Office Products

10

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/