Why Team Garland?
At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.
Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.
If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!
*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type
Summary
Responsible for complex daily support of: multifunctional business and administrative departmental support, administrative functions and responsibilities as established through departmental needs. Also responsible for providing on-the-job training to others as needed.
Salary: Depending on qualifications and experience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day multifunctional business and administrative support.
Respond to general inquiries through answering telephone calls, e-mails, or face-to-face
communication and direct calls and inquiries to appropriate personnel and/or department.
Create, prepare, and maintain office files. Scan and catalog documents into digital storage.
May interact with vendors and City employees regarding various issues.
Balance cash drawer daily.
Send, receive, and distribute documents, and correspondence to
appropriate department personnel.
Processes applications and payments to create various permits and certificates.
Assists with maintaining department accounting and budget records. Maintains data to
generate reports.
Gather information for FOIA requests as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
3 years related experience
Bilingual (Spanish)
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience:
Some college courses completed or training beyond the high school level
3-5 years' experience in bookkeeping, accounting, finance, customer service and/or administrative support
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Basic to intermediate knowledge of business practices and procedures
Intermediate skills in PC and systems applications
Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills
Proficient organizational skills
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Ability to multitask
Ability to adapt to various working environments
Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
Ability to work independently and with little to no supervision
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
About Us
Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.
VisionGarland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.
MissionWe are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.