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title: 'Administrative Assistant at The City of Fort Worth'
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# Administrative Assistant at The City of Fort Worth

- **Company:** The City of Fort Worth
- **Location:** Aviation
- **Posted:** 2026-10-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-25
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/cityoffortworth/jobs/8040072003?gh_jid=8040072003

## Job description

Pay Range: $47,632 - $59,539 annual compensation

Job Posting Closing on: Sunday, October 25, 2026 📅

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm (Onsite / In-Office Required (5 days/week))

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. [Find Out More!](https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:a06210ee-39cc-4629-bc13-64a483fea159)

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆

An Administrative Assistant job is available with the City of Fort Worth Aviation Department at Meacham International Airport. The City of Fort Worth Aviation system is home to three world-class airports - Meacham International Airport, Spinks Airport and Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport.  Both Meacham International and Spinks Airports provide regional aviation services for air charter, corporate, business and recreational flyers.  Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport provides cargo carrier services.  The airports feature full-service fuelers, multiple maintenance facilities, flight schools, on-site rental car facilities, and hotel facilities only minutes away.  The City of Fort Worth Aviation Department is essential to the economic well-being and commerce taking place in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Associate’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Business Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field
- Four (4) years of clerical and administrative experience

Preferred Qualifications:

- Three (3) years of clerical and administrative experience, including providing front‑desk support in a public‑facing environment
- Four (4) experience with financial processing, including accounts payable, and invoice reconciliation
- Experience working with financial or procurement systems used by local government (such as PeopleSoft or similar platforms)

The Administrative Assistant job responsibilities include:

- Provide front‑desk customer service in a fast‑paced, public‑facing environment, including in‑person assistance, phone support, and directing visitors
- Accurately accept and process payments, maintain required logs, and respond to inquiries regarding access card status or related account information
- Receive, review, reconcile, and process invoices, receipts, accounts payable documentation, deposits, and other financial transactions in accordance with City policies and procedures
- Review vendor invoices for accuracy against purchase orders and work directly with vendors to resolve any discrepancies
- Follow municipal or governmental purchasing procedures, support annual purchase order planning, and assist with year‑end processing activities
- Coordinate office supply inventory, anticipate departmental needs, and manage procurement of supplies for multiple divisions
- Support conference center and meeting space reservations, assist administrative staff with scheduling needs, and direct visitors to appropriate rooms
- Maintain organized records and manage multiple deadlines with strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate reconciliation of documents

Working Conditions and Physical Demands include:

Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work – Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Apply Now! Come be part of something special in Fort Worth. 🌟 Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

## About The City of Fort Worth

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The City of Fort Worth is the municipal government serving the 13th-largest city in the United States, providing public services, infrastructure, and administration for over 1 million residents.
- **Entity Type**: Government (Public Sector / Municipal Government)
- **Headquarters**: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 1873 (city incorporated)
- **Founders**: N/A (municipal government established by Texas state charter)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Municipal government / Public administration
- Target customers: Residents, businesses, and visitors of Fort Worth, Texas (population ~1M+)
- Mission or purpose: To provide efficient, equitable, and innovative public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents and businesses in Fort Worth.

## Products & Services
- **Public Safety**: Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services
- **Infrastructure & Transportation**: Roads, bridges, traffic management, public transit coordination, and water/wastewater systems
- **Water & Environmental Services**: Water treatment, distribution, environmental compliance, and consumer health services
- **Parks & Recreation**: Parks, community centers, trails, and recreational programming
- **Development Services**: Permitting, inspections, code compliance, and planning
- **Human Resources**: Talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee wellness, and organizational development
- **Information Technology**: Municipal IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital services for residents
- **Municipal Court & Legal**: Law enforcement prosecution, code enforcement, and city legal representation
- **Aviation**: Management of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport and other municipal airfields
- **Public Events**: Management of major events including FIFA World Cup 2026 matches

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (government entity)
- **Annual Budget**: Approximately $1.6–$1.8 billion (FY2026)
- **Key Metric**: Employs approximately 7,000+ full-time employees
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: N/A (publicly funded through taxes, fees, and grants)
- **Growth Signals**: Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing major cities in the U.S., with population growth driving expansion of city services, infrastructure projects, and workforce needs. The city is preparing to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, a major catalyst for infrastructure and economic development.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Stability**: Government employment offers long-term job security, defined-benefit pension (TMRS), and predictable career progression
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, 457 deferred compensation plan, and generous paid time off (9 scheduled + 2 personal holidays per year)
- **Tuition Reimbursement**: Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and partnerships with accredited institutions
- **Employee Wellness**: On-site health centers, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 6 free counseling visits, and wellness programs through Ramp Health
- **Career Pathways**: Structured career ladders across dozens of departments (Water, Police, Fire, IT, HR, Finance, Transportation, etc.)
- **Diverse Roles**: Wide variety of positions from administrative to engineering, law enforcement to IT, making it possible to change careers without changing employers

## Strategic Focus
- **Modernization**: Ongoing investment in IT systems, digital services, and data-driven decision-making
- **Infrastructure Growth**: Major capital projects to support rapid population growth, including water systems, transportation, and public safety facilities
- **World Cup 2026 Preparation**: Significant focus on hosting FIFA World Cup matches, driving investments in transportation, public safety, and event management
- **Workforce Development**: Emphasis on recruitment, retention, and employee development through the HR department’s strategic initiatives
- **Equity & Inclusion**: Programs aimed at equitable service delivery and workforce diversity

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Work**: Directly serve and impact a growing major U.S. city and its residents
- **Competitive Compensation**: Minimum entry pay of $18.00/hour for all regular employees; structured salary schedules with regular step increases
- **Comprehensive Benefits Package**: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 457 deferred comp, wellness programs, and on-site health centers
- **Work-Life Balance**: 11 paid holidays per year, generous leave policies (sick, vacation, FMLA), and flexible schedules in many roles
- **Career Growth**: Tuition reimbursement, educational partnerships with local universities, and structured career pathways across multiple departments
- **Diverse Opportunities**: Roles ranging from engineering and IT to law enforcement, finance, water systems, and public administration
- **Stability**: Public sector employment with pension benefits (TMRS) and low turnover compared to private sector
- **Location**: Fort Worth offers a lower cost of living compared to other major Texas cities, with a vibrant cultural scene, strong economy, and no state income tax
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Designated a "Best Place for Working Parents" (2026 award)

## Sources
1. [fortworthtexas.gov - Job Board](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/job-board)
2. [fortworthtexas.gov - Careers Page](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/careers)
3. [fortworthtexas.gov - Human Resources](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr)
4. [fortworthtexas.gov - Employee Benefits](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/employees/benefits)
5. [fortworthtexas.gov - FY2026 Salary Schedule](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/hr/documents/admin/fy2026_salary_schedule_final_10.03.2025_web.pdf)

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