Job Description

Position Description

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Mission

The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.

Vision

To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community. To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings. To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.

General Summary:

The Financial Administrative Coordinator is responsible for various Department finance functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, and asset inventory using generally accepted accounting principles; establishes and maintains records of financial transactions including account reconciliations and financial data analysis; and coordinating Department payroll activities including submitting payroll information into the county financial and human resources computer system.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reviews, analyzes, and reconciles Department accounting transactions as needed with a high level of accuracy; creates and maintains various Department financial spreadsheets Performs a variety of clerical and technical duties to support the procurement of goods and services essential to daily operations by collaborating with internal divisions and Harris County Purchasing to prepare and coordinate vendor quotes and purchase orders, maintain purchasing records and logs, and process invoices and purchasing card transactions Inputs information into the county's financial computer system and ensures the Department meets all county-established deadlines and timelines Inputs / updates payroll information into the county financial and human resources computer system as needed Provides additional assistance to the Department's Budget and Finance Division as needed

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

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All applicants must register and take the

HRT Clerical Skills Test

and

score a minimum of 90% with a typing speed of 30 wpm and 90% accuracy.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-test
Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Experience:

At least 3 years' financial administrative experience in an office setting

Certifications / Licensures:

Maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and maintain ability to safely operate a motor vehicle

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Professional demeanor in dealing with a diverse set of outside callers and coworkers; desire to make customer service a priority Appropriate confidentiality and sensitivity when dealing with payroll information Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as needed Attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs of others Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with advanced knowledge of Excel

Other Requirements:

Must pass criminal background check and drug / alcohol screening (prior to and randomly during employment)

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.

Preferences

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Experience:

Experience in a medical office, laboratory, or law enforcement agency Experience working in Harris County

General Information

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Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test using the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrt-clerical-skills-testClick the above link to the HRT Clerical Skills Test registration page Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours You will have no more than 5 business days to access and complete testing Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application The test may be taken once every 30 days Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months

Location

:

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences
1861 Old Spanish Trail
Houston, TX 77054

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-time 40 hours / week Monday - Friday, In Office

Work environment:

Office setting

Potential Exposures:

The Institute of Forensic Sciences provides medical examiner and crime laboratory services for Harris County. The work performed is sensitive and serious and routinely deals with criminal evidence and deaths of adults and children that resulted from violence, natural disease, or other causes. While this position won't have any direct contact with evidence or decedents, there will be exposure which may be emotionally taxing

Physical Demands:

Requires physical strength to lift up to 30 pounds in the routine performance of duties Must be physically able to sit or stand for extended periods

Reports to:

Budget Manager

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

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

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered

only

to Harris County employees in

regular

(full-time)

positions:

Health & Wellness BenefitsMedical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Wellness Plan Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off (PTO)Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service) Eleven (11) County-observed holidays One (1) floating holiday per year Paid Parental Leave
Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit457 Deferred Compensation Plan


The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in

full-time

and select

part-time

positions:Professional learning & development opportunities Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) Flexible work schedule
METRO RideSponsor Program



Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.*



In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com