Administrative Specialist

Austin, TX

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Job Description:

The Administrative Specialist provides administrative support for the Wildland Conservation Division and Environmental Resource Office of the Environmental, Planning, and Development Services Program Area of Austin Water. Key work responsibilities include: administrative and workflow support; timekeeping; purchasing support; records liaison duties for the Division; and communication with the public and suppliers regarding business needs. This position will be officed at Reicher Ranch, a 900-acre wildland preserve located off of RR 620 South in Austin near the cities of Bee Cave and Lakeway.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Preferred qualifications:

Strong communication, organizational, and prioritization skills
Ability to work independently to support multiple programs and managers in a fast-paced setting
Experience with purchasing/accounts payable processes, including use of automated software, such as the City of Austin’s invoicing software
Experience with timesheet-entry duties and automated software, such as the the City of Austin’s Banner system
Experience using Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Word, and Excel
Experience networking and developing positive work relationships within and across departments, outside organizations, and the public
An interest in environmental conservation and management and ability to work around wildlife
Ability to travel to other offsite work locations, such as the downtown AW headquarters

Pay Range: $23.62 – $27.42 per hour

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some flexibility.

Some hybrid schedule available.

Location: Reicher Ranch 3621 S. FM 620 Austin, Tx 78738