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  • Health Office Specialist - STD

    300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas 76701 United States CITY OF WACO, TEXAS Full Time See Position Description Nov 27, 2024
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    CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

    Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County. Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College. The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.  Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more. Governance and Organization Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge. The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.   The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing. With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.

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    Job Description

    Summary

    Minimum Starting Salary: $16.50 per hour - Depending on Qualifications

    The City of Waco Seeks:
     We are looking for someone who is proactive, organized, and capable of responding to the community's needs with professionalism and compassion. You will play a key role in updating electronic and paper files, managing communications, and coordinating essential appointments. Your attention to detail will be invaluable, as you assist with data entry and maintain essential health-related documentation, including surveillance and morbidity reports. This position works closely with Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS). If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to contribute to the health and safety of the City of Waco.

    Minimum Qualifications:
     Required:
    • H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
    • 1 year of customer service and computer experience
    • Valid Driver's License
    Preferred:
    • Cash handling experience
    • Clinic or health setting experience
    • Experience with electronic health records
    Position Overview:
    Under basic supervision, performs basic office clerical and administrative support functions for Public Health staff and provides customer services for the general public; enters and retrieves data in automated records management systems; provides information within scope of authority.

    Essential Functions:
    • Performs basic clerical and administrative duties in accordance with Department procedures and City policy, including data entry, record keeping, basic accounting, preparing and processing documents and maintaining files; makes and distributes copies; processes mail, documents, correspondence, invoices and other materials; duties may vary according to job assignment.
    • Provides customer service, information and assistance to visitors and others having business with the City; responds to requests for information within the scope of authority; assists customers with requests, applications, government forms and other documents.
    • Updates and maintains a variety of electronic and paper files, records, reports, and documents; processes forms, records, and files; queries system databases as requested by authorized persons.
    • Answers incoming telephone calls and directs the caller to the correct person or work group or takes and relays messages as appropriate; coordinates and schedules meetings and appointments as requested; cross trains in other office support duties as needed.
    • Maintains inventory of office supplies.
    • Receives and sends information to and from other City departments, agencies and jurisdictions.
    • May collects payments, makes daily deposits, and administers petty cash fund with adherence to cash handling policies and procedures.
    • Will provide assistance to administrative staff; assigned tasks, monitor work, and encourage staff development.
    • May be required to respond after hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.
    • Updates and maintains surveillance, morbidity, and lab reports related to Texas Department of State Health Services documents.
    • Receives records and applications, verifies information, and enters data into City computer systems.


    The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

    To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

    Why Work For Waco:
    • Meaningful and challenging work
    • Make a difference and improve communities
    • Competitive Salary and Benefits
      • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
      • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
      • Education Assistance Program
      • Paid Parental Leave
      • Employee Assistance
      • Longevity Pay
      • And More!
    Chance to do work you are passionate about Job Security Desire to give back

    Closing Date/Time: 12/13/2024 11:59 PM Central
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