Job Details

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Temp Part-time
Job Number: 16510
Department: Commissioner Precinct 4
Opening Date: 04/06/2026
Closing Date: 5/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

Position Description
Position Description:

Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking a temporary Front Desk Receptionist for the Dairy Ashford Office Location. The Front Desk Receptionist will join the Administrative Team and serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and staff, providing excellent customer service while managing front desk operations, answering and directing phone calls, greeting guests, and supporting daily administrative functions. We are looking for someone who brings heart, hustle, and higher standards to their work and takes pride in creating a welcoming and professional environment for everyone who interacts with our office.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate.

• Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and vendors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk area.
• Provide basic information about Precinct 4, services, and directions.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and prepare meeting spaces when needed for the Preston and Fannin office locations.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders when necessary.
• Support the Administration team with clerical tasks as assigned.
• Will provide support to other offices/locations as needed.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email

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
All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 35 wpm and 90% accuracy.
Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency, and two (2) years of office and administrative support experience, OR
• Associate Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

Licensure:

• Must have a valid Texas driver's license and maintain a good driving record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Customer service and interpersonal skills
• Time management and attention to detail
• Problem-solving abilities
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and exhibit a willingness to accept direction.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work at multiple locations or any department or location as needed.

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.

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

• • • • • • • Click 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

Physical Demands:

The physical requirements listed here reflect what an employee must generally be able to do to successfully fulfill the essential functions of this role.

• Reasonable accommodations are available to assist individuals with disabilities in meeting these requirements.
• Employees typically stand, walk, handle objects, reach, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl while performing their duties.
• The role involves regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. Important vision skills for this position include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• If necessary, reasonable accommodations can be arranged.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are typical for a front desk receptionist primarily working in an office setting.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this role, the employee primarily works indoors but may occasionally be asked to fill in at other locations as needed.
• Frequent interaction with visitors and staff.

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
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 Benefits

• Medical 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 Benefit

• 457 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:
01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

• High School or GED diploma
• Some College (less than 60 credit hours)
• Associate Degree (or 60+ credit hours)
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02

Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.
03

Which of the following best measures your experience in office and administrative support?Qualifying information must be documented in the Work Experience section of your application.

• Less than one full year
• Between one and two years
• Two or more years
• N/A; No experience

04

Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained of office and administrative support experience. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience ( Example: "January 2020 - December 2025" ) If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A" in the space provided.
05

This role requires a Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire)Do you have a Valid Driver's License?

• Yes, I have a Valid Texas Driver's License
• Yes, I have a Valid Driver's License but understand I must obtain a Valid Texas Driver's License prior to start date
• No, I do not have a Valid Driver's License

Required Question