Officer Manager 1 - Contracted Services
Date: Mar 17, 2026
Location: Houston, Texas (US-TX), US, 77092-8501
Company: Houston Independent School District
Location: Hattie Mae White
Department: Purchasing - Contract Management
Area:District Wide
Contract Months:12
Salary Range: $50,000.00 – $70,000.00
Academic Year: 25-26
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the Purchasing Services Department. This role provides administrative support to staff, coordinates meetings and departmental activities, manages office supplies, and assists with day-to-day office operations.
Ensures that workflows run efficiently, maintains organized records, and supports staff and visitors as needed. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while contributing to a productive and well-functioning office environment.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Greet and assist visitors, answering inquiries, and directing them to the appropriate personnel or department.
2. Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, emails, and phone calls, ensuring timely responses and appropriate distribution.
3. Maintain office supplies inventory, anticipate needs, and place orders to ensure availability of necessary items.
4. Coordinate meetings and appointments, including scheduling, preparing agendas, arranging facilities, and distributing relevant materials.
5. Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documentation, ensuring accuracy and adherence to formatting guidelines.
6. Maintain and update employee records, including contact information, leave requests, and performance evaluations, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
7. Oversee the maintenance of office equipment, including computers, printers, and telecommunication systems, coordinating repairs or replacements as needed.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED
8. Assist in budget monitoring and expense tracking, providing support in maintaining financial records and processing invoices.
9. Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodations for employees, ensuring efficient and cost-effective solutions.
10. Support HR-related tasks, including onboarding new employees, coordinating training sessions, and assisting with employee benefits administration.
11. Assist in organizing office events, such as team-building activities, celebrations, or conferences, including venue selection, catering, and logistics coordination.
12. Foster a positive, inclusive office culture that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and effective communication among employees.
13. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 1-3 years.
SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Proven experience in an administrative or office support role, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Proficiency in using office software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, visitors, and external
stakeholders.
Knowledge of office management principles and procedures. Familiarity with basic HR processes and procedures is desirable.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle unexpected situations.
Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a positive work environment.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory or direct people management responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical
advice and training to staff.
WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT
Work and tasks are often straightforward, routine, structured and guided by established policies and procedures.
Little, if any, independent judgment is
required, outside of making basic choices in the selection and application of established methods. The job
receives frequent, ongoing supervision.
BUDGET AUTHORITY
No budget development activity is required.
PROBLEM SOLVING
N/A
IMPACT OF DECISIONS
N/A
COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS
Basic communication - very little communication required such as receiving basic instructions. Interactions are mostly with customers, own supervisor, and co workers in own department.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
Follows through with customer inquiries, requests, and complaints. Forwards difficult and non-routine inquiries or requests to appropriate level for resolution.
WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any
hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.
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