Salary:
$20.00 - $21.00 Hourly Location :
Houston, TX Job Type:
Regular Full-time Job Number:
16349 Department:
District Clerk's Office Opening Date:
02/23/2026 Closing Date:
3/23/2026 11:33 AM Central Max Number of Applicants:
200
Position Description Duties and Responsibilities: To facilitate and coordinate job duties to effectively carry out organizational objectives, utilizing knowledge of the District Clerk's rules, regulations, and policies. To achieve optimum efficiency and accomplish the goals of the District Clerk's Office, as outlined in the organization Strategic Plan and Mission Statement. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net Requirements All applicants must register and take the
HRRM Clerical Skills Test
and
score a minimum of 80% with a typing speed of 35 W.P.M. and 80% accuracy.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below. Education:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must be capable of working under stress and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Must be able to work overtime without prior notice and work flexible hours as required.
Must be willing to travel to any destination required to participate or assist with office projects while exposed to outside elements.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work without direct supervision, have excellent analytical, decision making, prioritization and organizational skills.
Must be able to maneuver, including lifting and moving a minimum of thirty (30) pounds.
Must act as a role model for the section; presenting oneself as a professional employee for the other employees to emulate.
Testing required. (Grammar-80%/Typing 35 wpm with 80% accuracy)
Must be eligible for employment in the United States. 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
HRRM Clerical Skills Test
using the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test
Click the above link to the HRRM 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 calendar 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 Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Hours subject to change.
Salary:
$20.00 - $21.00 Hourly | Depends on Qualifications Based on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, benefits
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
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?
High School or GED diploma Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the above
02
Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.
Advanced Intermediate Basic Entry Level Not proficient
03
I understand the position # (IV-D Assistant Court Clerk- 16061) requires the HRT Clerical Skills Test scores to be on file before my application can move forward through the application process. I understand if I do not already have scores on file, I will need to apply for the HRT Clerical Skills Test within five (5) days, excluding weekends, of the date of my application, or my application will be invalid. The test can be found under HRT Clerical Skills Test in the testing section on the Harris County website, OR to go to the link.
I acknowledge I have read the instructions above and will be registering for the Clerical Test. I acknowledge I have current scores on file.
Required Question
$20.00 - $21.00 Hourly Location :
Houston, TX Job Type:
Regular Full-time Job Number:
16349 Department:
District Clerk's Office Opening Date:
02/23/2026 Closing Date:
3/23/2026 11:33 AM Central Max Number of Applicants:
200
Position Description Duties and Responsibilities: To facilitate and coordinate job duties to effectively carry out organizational objectives, utilizing knowledge of the District Clerk's rules, regulations, and policies. To achieve optimum efficiency and accomplish the goals of the District Clerk's Office, as outlined in the organization Strategic Plan and Mission Statement. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net Requirements All applicants must register and take the
HRRM Clerical Skills Test
and
score a minimum of 80% with a typing speed of 35 W.P.M. and 80% accuracy.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below. Education:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must be capable of working under stress and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Must be able to work overtime without prior notice and work flexible hours as required.
Must be willing to travel to any destination required to participate or assist with office projects while exposed to outside elements.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work without direct supervision, have excellent analytical, decision making, prioritization and organizational skills.
Must be able to maneuver, including lifting and moving a minimum of thirty (30) pounds.
Must act as a role model for the section; presenting oneself as a professional employee for the other employees to emulate.
Testing required. (Grammar-80%/Typing 35 wpm with 80% accuracy)
Must be eligible for employment in the United States. 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
HRRM Clerical Skills Test
using the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426/hrrm-clerical-skills-test
Click the above link to the HRRM 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 calendar 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 Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Hours subject to change.
Salary:
$20.00 - $21.00 Hourly | Depends on Qualifications Based on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, benefits
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
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?
High School or GED diploma Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the above
02
Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.
Advanced Intermediate Basic Entry Level Not proficient
03
I understand the position # (IV-D Assistant Court Clerk- 16061) requires the HRT Clerical Skills Test scores to be on file before my application can move forward through the application process. I understand if I do not already have scores on file, I will need to apply for the HRT Clerical Skills Test within five (5) days, excluding weekends, of the date of my application, or my application will be invalid. The test can be found under HRT Clerical Skills Test in the testing section on the Harris County website, OR to go to the link.
I acknowledge I have read the instructions above and will be registering for the Clerical Test. I acknowledge I have current scores on file.
Required Question