Clerk I - Home Clerk

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Functional Title: Clerk I - Home Clerk 
Job Title: Clerk I 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Client Records 
Posting Number: 7635 
Closing Date: 08/14/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support 
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-07 
Salary Range: $2,306.75 - $3,139.75 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location: Abilene State Supported Living Center 
Job Location City: ABILENE 
Job Location Address: 2501 MAPLE ST 
Other Locations: Abilene 
MOS Codes: 0100,0111,0160,0161,0170,3051,3372,3432,4133,6042,6046,6617,6672,15P,3F5X1,420A,42A,56M,68G,741X 
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Brief Job Description:

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. 

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Maintains the Active paper record in accordance with the State Active Paper Record Guidelines and purging schedule; Maintains I-Books in the correct order according to the I-Book Guidelines and all forms/documents are kept up to date.  Acts as the secretary for the assigned home(s) providing clerical support to home personnel. Handles Procurement Card responsibilities under the guidance of the Home Supervisor, assuring that all procurement logs and reports are executed according to facility policy. Prints Communication Logs, with all required forms, by the first day of each month and files them in the Communication Logbook. Appointments are posted and staff is notified of appointment changes; e-mail is checked often and distributed as appropriate; phones are answered timely and messages are routed to the appropriate staff; and perform courier duties for the Home.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a consistently regular basis.

Maintains the Active paper record in accordance with the State Active Paper Record Guidelines and purging schedule.

Maintains I-Books in the correct order according to the I-Book Guidelines and all forms/documents are kept up to date.

Handles Procurement Card responsibilities, assuring that all procurement logs and reports are executed according to facility policy.

Prints Communication Logs, with all required forms, by the first day of each month and files them in the Communication Logbook.

Appointments are posted and staff is notified of appointment changes.

Acts as the secretary for the assigned home(s) providing clerical support to home personnel, checking e-mail often and distributing as appropriate; phones are answered timely, and messages are routed to the appropriate staff; and perform courier duties for the Home.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor which may include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.  Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Experience working in a busy office atmosphere 

Must have good organizational skills.

Ability to organize and prioritize job duties. 

Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports.

Knowledgeable of confidentiality laws and regulations.

Good interpersonal skills and professionalism.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

None

Initial Screening Criteria:

Education equivalent to a high school degree.

At least two years of paid work experience in a clerical position using a computer.

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE).

Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.