Executive Assistant

This position has been re-posted. Only applications submitted after May 11, 2026, will be considered. The Department of Strategic and Government Affairs is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant to the City Council Liaison . The Executive Assistant will provide highly detailed technical and administrative support to the Mayor and City Council under the direction of the Council Liaison in a fast-paced environment. Assists with the development and implementation of City programs, policies, and procedures by providing comprehensive administrative support. Researches and responds to inquiries, providing accurate information to support the resolution of issues as they arise. Proactively manages the daily operations of the City Council office while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.. We pay our Executive Assistant's a starting salary of $66,019 - $75,920 depending on your qualifications and experience.

Benefits At-A-Glance:

City-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance with a variety of plan options; City-paid Basic Life Insurance @ 1x your annual salary and Long-term Disability; Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Coverage (for you and your family), Aflac indemnity plans such as Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization and Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and pre-paid legal benefits through Legal Shield; 9 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays to use at your discretion; A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1; Paid sick leave; Paid Parental Leave; A robust pension plan with TMRS includes your 7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City; You won't contribute to Social Security, but you can further your retirement income by contributing to a Deferred Compensation (457b) plan; Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment; On-site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness); and Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP… If we have your attention… Please. Continue. Reading!

Our City Mission :

WE ARE TRAILBLAZERS!

Relentless in Our Pursuit of Good so that Our Employees, Residents, and Businesses Can Enjoy a Life Better than They Can Even Imagine.

Our Employee Values :

Our values ignite passion, drive, and a sense of purpose, fostering a thriving and successful organizational culture! We follow the

BLAZE Values:

Bold :

We encourage each other to be bold in our ideas, decisions, and actions. We embrace innovation and take risks to drive progress.

Loyal :

We are loyal to each other, the City and our Mission and Vision. We support each other to foster a cohesive and collaborative work environment. We celebrate our successes and address the challenges facing us, together.

Adaptable :

We are resilient because we adapt to changing landscapes and market dynamics. We are flexible and understand the need for work-life balance. We embrace new technologies and evolving trends.

Zealous :

We are committed to excellence in all endeavors. We encourage each other to strive for the highest standards of public service, quality, and performance. We hold ourselves, and each other, accountable for our words and actions.

Empowered :

We are empowered with the necessary resources, opportunities, and responsibilities to excel in our roles. We seek out opportunities for development and growth, and help others do the same. We are inclusive, we embrace our differences and recognize the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences. We are TrailBLAZErs! About the City of Sugar Land The City of Sugar Land, a municipality with a population of 111,026, provides the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its residents. And our citizens agree—the most recent Citizen Satisfaction Survey told us that 95% of our residents love calling Sugar Land home and 10% say that nothing would make their lives better than it already is, but we look to the future and work hard to make our community and the world better than we can even imagine. We have an informal work environment but are serious about what we do. We believe that happy, diverse and talented employees add value to the City. We do our best to hire friendly, professional people who work hard and play well with others. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and personal development. As the Executive Assistant to the City Council Liaison, you will: Processes and completes detailed forms, correspondence and reports as directed by the City Council Liaison. Identifies opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Builds and maintains professional stakeholder relationships through a consistently positive and professional demeanor, ensuring effective collaboration and result. Maintains calendar for Mayor and Council members, schedules meetings and ensures City Clerk's Office receives required information for quorum notice postings, as necessary. Organizes, manages and reviews City Council inquiries and requests; prepares status reports and related documentation. Organizes and prioritizes work to ensure deadlines and schedules are met; manages one-on-one agendas for quarterly meetings. Serves as a liaison for communications between City Council and staff as needed. Assists with responding to citizen concerns and service requests in a timely manner; prepares written correspondence as needed. Regular attendance on-site is required. Stays abreast of, and complies with, all City and departmental policies and procedures. Performs any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Director or Supervisor Required to work as an essential employee before, during and after an emergency or disaster, whether natural or acts of war.

Formal Education:

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university required.

Relatable Work Experience:

Four years secretarial/administrative experience required. Municipal experience is preferred. Two (2) years of relevant work experience demonstrating acceptable proficiency in the required knowledge and skills may be substituted in lieu of specific educational requirements. Training (License and/or Certification): Valid Texas Drivers License The citizens of Sugar Land depend on City employees before, during and after an emergency or disaster to provide or restore essential public services for the health, safety and quality of life for our community. In the event of a wide scale emergency that could impact our community, all employees must be ready to assist in managing the crisis and will be considered essential for the continuity of governmental operations. Our success is achieved by the courage to do things differently and accept that failure will occur on the path to innovation. The City of Sugar Land is an equal Opportunity employer.