Administrative Specialist

Job Description:

Administrative Specialist

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in Business or Public Administration or related field, plus four (4) years experience in a professional/administrative capacity.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• None.

Notes to Applicants
This position will support the Wastewater Treatment Program area which handles treatment for all wastewater and biosolids in compliance with state and federal regulations for the City. The Administrative Specialist role will include customer service support, office management, communications, tracking and documentation for the Wastewater Treatment Program area.

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LOCATIONS ::
Walnut Creek WWTP 7113 FM 969, 78724
and Hornsby Bend BMP2210 S FM 973, 78725

Critical employee:

This position has been designation as critical for the City of Austin. Critical positions are necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. Work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees may be reassigned to another area to provide essential services to support any extraordinary situations or emergency conditions.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A resume is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please do not use the phrase “see resume” or refer to other documents to complete your application. Do not leave the “Duties and Responsibilities” sections blank. These will be considered incomplete applications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
• If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
• A criminal background investigation is required.

Travel:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$24.08 - $27.93 per hour

Hours
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, with some flexibility.

Job Close Date 02/11/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Clerical Location See Notes to Applicants Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Excellent remote customer service skills and Telework experience with the ability to independently problem solve and make decisions.
• Experience with complex timekeeping, including providing guidance on policies, verifying timecards, and entering payroll data into an automated timekeeping system such as ADP , PeopleSoft, UKG , Banner and Workday.
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat, or similar, to create, edit and export PDF’s and create fillable forms and proficient in utilizing Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, SharePoint, and screen capture software, creating documentation (such as SOPs, operations manuals, etc.).
• Experience with records management and retention.
• Effectively communicates clearly and concisely with internal and external customers while exercising tact, patience, and discretion in a professional manner.
• Experience using chat-based collaboration platforms.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
• Experience supporting a team that responds during times of emergency, after-hours and for extended periods.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Provides administrative support on highly technical and/or specialized projects. Facilitates the handling of time sensitive request such as ORR’s (Open Records Request), CAF’s (Citizen Action Forms), RCA’s (Request for Council Action) as well as other confidential documents. Verifies accuracy and completeness of critical documents such as PIO (Public Information Office) requests, records, correspondence, regulations, etc. Opens, sorts, reads, prioritizes and routes incoming mail, including faxes and emails. Prepares memos, letters and other correspondence using computer, spreadsheets, databases, or presentation software. Using independent judgment performs data analysis, problem solving and recommends policy and administrative improvements. Conducts research, compiles data, and prepares documents for consideration and presentation. Files and retrieves documents, records and reports. Attends meetings, records minutes and distributes meeting notes. Maintains calendar, schedules meetings, conferences and events, plans travel itineraries and makes travel arrangements.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to manage conflicts and concerns.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical information.
• Ability to exercise discretion in confidential matters.
• Ability to recognize and recommend process improvement.
• Ability to lead and train others.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Administrative Specialist position are: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in Business or Public Administration or related field, plus four (4) years experience in a professional/administrative capacity. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have at least 1 year of verifiable experience demonstrating Intermediate to Advanced skills in using each of the following software Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and SharePoint.

• Yes
• No

* Do you have at least 1 year of verifiable experience demonstrating skills such a experience communicating clearly and concisely in person, by phone, Teams/Skype, and email, while exercising tact, patience and discretion in a professional manner.

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Do you have at least 1 year of verifiable experience in using Microsoft Teams or similar programs for meetings, chat/instant messaging, and col

• Yes
• No

* Do you have at least one year of Telework experience, working independently to problem-solve and make decisions, supporting a team that responds during emergencies, after hours, and for extended periods?

• Yes (5.00 points)
• No. (0.0 points)

* Do you have at least a year of experience as a timekeeper using the Banner system or other timekeeping software? Include the number of employees supported and the types of time and project codes used.

• Yes (5.00 points)
• No. (0.0 points)

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)
* Will you require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B visa) either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Resume Optional Documents