Right of Way Administrative Assistant

• Ensures data is entered into the project management software.
• Facilitates project controls, tracking, and enhanced reporting from interraction with ROW agents and the project management software.
• Prepares performance metric reports to identify, track, analyze, and improve ROW acquisition performance.
• Maintains and updates the entire portfolio of acquisition related projects assigned to the division.
• Works closely with the ROW Acquisitions Manager to provide data and feedback regarding internal processes that further promote efficient project execution.
• Processes requests for payments, receives necessary signatures, and submits for payment.
• Coordinates scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Organizes paperwork for signature and notarizing.
• Reviews all items to be submitted to Commissioners Court.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Criminal and CPS background check required prior to hiring and E-Verify upon hiring. All candidates are screened for the presence of illegal drugs.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

• A valid driver’s license (Texas upon hire), and a good driving record

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including using proper grammar and spelling.
• The ability to establish strong working relationships with co-workers, the general public, industry, and governmental representatives.
• Must have the ability to work in an office setting with minimal supervision.
• Must have good problem solving skills.
• Must have strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license (Texas upon hire) and a good driving record.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Must be able to prepare reports using databases, spreadsheets, and other software.
• Requires high level of confidentiality, judgment, personal responsibility, and dependability. 

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (preferred)

• One (1) year working in the real estate field (preferred)

• Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload. The Real Property Division is a part of Harris County's disaster response team. 
  

• 1111 Fannin Street, 8th Floor, Houston, TX. 77002

• Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
• Rarely, will drive a vehicle. The vehicle may have an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive controls.
• Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time.
• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying of items up to 10 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor).
• Frequent sorting, filing, shelving, and handling of documents, books, files, materials, and equipment.
• Rarely, will require standing and walking on rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces and ground during field visits. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The vast majority of duties will be performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, air conditions, and noise levels. Rarely, duties will be performed outdoors where 

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance 
• Wellness 
• Professional development opportunity 
• Flexible spending account 
• 457 deferred compensation plan 
• Retirement pension (TCDRS) 
• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program) 
• Disability and life insurance 
• Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Salary : $27,040