Administrative Specialist
Tetra Tech is adding an Administrative Specialist to our Case Management team based in Houston, Texas. This is an in-office role.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
Tetra Tech Inc.’s Disaster Recovery division is currently seeking an Administrative Specialist located in the Houston, Texas area. This position will support federal disaster recovery grant programs aimed to assist residents recovering from disasters. The Specialist position will work onsite with the Program Manager, subject matter experts, and others to implement grant programs.
· Collecting, entering, tracking and maintaining confidential and time sensitive data.
· Answering and making phone calls to beneficiaries.
· Scheduling and calendar management.
· Maintain documentation of correspondence.
· Support project staff with various administrative duties.
· Work with Project Manager, Eligibility Manager and URA Manager to ensure accurate and timely completion and submit of reports and other documentation.
· Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
· Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
· Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
· Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Willing and able to work 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills and customer focus.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Suite programs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously; set priorities and plan work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
• Ability to follow established procedures and provide recommendations for improving.
• Ability to learn new computer and software systems.
• 2 years work experience preferred.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
· Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
· Merit-based financial rewards.
· Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
· Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
· Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite applications from all interested parties.