Administrative Specialist

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Duties include providing clerical support such as data entry; answering the telephone; greeting visitors; creating and proofreading original documents and correspondence; and using discretion while providing secretarial and clerical support in the handling of confidential matters. Additional duties include, creating, reviewing, and publishing reports, charts, graphs, and analysis illustrating departmental performance, demands, and statistics; and coordinating and facilitating departmental ceremonies and events as necessary. A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience required. Must have a high level of proficiency using computers and Microsoft Excel. Advance knowledge of Adobe Suite, Publisher, Acrobat, and Editor preferred. Hours will vary and may at times include evenings and weekends with the possibility of travel. A rsum must be submitted with the application.

PAY GRADE GG18 / FULL PAY RANGE $26.33 - $37.11 PER HOUR

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The Irving Fire Department has 385 fire personnel including civilian employees and a general fund budget of $55.7 million. It provides response to fire, medical, extrication, hazardous materials, and other emergencies on a 24 hour per day basis from 12 strategically located stations. The Fire Department operates 12 engine companies, five aerial truck companies and ten Mobile Intensive Care Units. The Irving Fire Department became the first fire department in the State of Texas to complete and be awarded Best Practices Recognition status by the Texas Fire Chiefs Association (TFCA) in 2014 and the first to re-certify in 2019.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.