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Receptionist

The State Office of Risk Management is diverse and inclusive state agency looking for a Receptionist in the Intake Management Department. In this entry-level administrative support position, you will be the first friendly voice who represents the agency for clients, claimants, and vendors. Become part of a growing team that offers upward momentum towards job growth into other positions in the Office such as claims, finance, or risk management. If you are friendly and reliable, and want to be part of the SORM family, we encourage you to apply.

SORM is a diverse and inclusive state agency. We serve the public by directly serving other state entities with their workers’ compensation claims, insurance and risk management programs, and continuity of operations (COOP) plans. SORM’s unique culture embraces communication, creativity, and critical thinking. We hire results-oriented, curious, innovative, and adaptable people with a strong desire to help our clients, and one another, succeed. SORM continually seeks to enhance the agency’s expertise and service by hiring talented people whose aspirations align with the Office’s vision. If you are a service-minded professional looking for the stability of state service, we would love to visit with you.

As a state employee, you are automatically enrolled in the state’s retirement plan, and are eligible for additional health insurance benefits.

Level of Complexity of State Classification: Entry-Level

Level of Supervision of State Classification: Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Learn more about this opportunity by reading the full job description for the Receptionist (Administrative Assistant II; 24-0325 PDF) position and apply below.

The Office

The State Office of Risk Management is a unique state agency with an environment of creativity and collaboration. Our employees appreciate the warm atmosphere, mutual respect, progressive approach, engagement, and genuine community that comes from truly caring about each other and what we can do together. We don’t do silos, and your voice and happiness is as important as your skill. We take pride in our mission, our colleagues, and our belonging.

Advantages of working with SORM:

  • Casual dress code
  • Open and accepting environment
  • Wellness and employee engagement activities
  • Much more.

Advantages of working for the State:

  • State Medical/dental/vision benefits
  • Free downtown parking
  • Employee Assistance Program from legal services to mental health
  • Transit discounts
  • State discounts are offered at many stores, hotels, cell phone service providers, and more!

The Texas State Office of Risk Management is administratively attached to the Office of the Attorney General and is governed by a five-member Board. The Office is charged by law to administer insurance services obtained by Texas state agencies, including the self-insured government employees workers’ compensation insurance program and the state risk management programs. Its mission is to enable State of Texas agencies to protect their employees, the general public, and the State’s physical and financial assets by reducing and controlling risk in the most efficient and cost effective manner.

How to Apply

You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career System.

Or, you can mail a State of Texas application (Word) to:

  • Linda Griffin, Director of Talent Management
  • State Office of Risk Management
  • P.O. Box 13777
  • Austin, TX 78711-3777

Applicants may direct inquiries to Linda Griffin, Director of Talent Management, at linda.griffin@sorm.texas.gov.

The State Office of Risk Management will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2024, and Monday, April 1, 2024.