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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Administrative Technician (Public Works)

NEOGOV is seeking a highly motivated and outgoing Administrative Technician to provide high-level administrative and technical support to multiple Public Works divisions. The role involves managing complex workflows, producing high-quality work products, and ensuring excellent customer service while interacting with both internal teams and the public.

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Responsibilities

Assist division supervisors and the director with day-to-day departmental administrative operations including handling complex administrative and technical tasks and processes
Prepare agendas, participate in staff meetings, record and distribute minutes, and maintain deadline schedules to track completion of assigned tasks
Coordinate execution of contracts, change orders, and contract addendums. Track contract execution, budget amounts, contract amounts, and account numbers to create reports for multiple work groups
Maintain spreadsheets tracking contracts, billings, and payments
Perform complex data analysis and generate spreadsheets and technical reports in support of departmental goals
Coordinate departmental training as needed
Research and purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with City risk management policies and CIRSA guidelines
Participate in professional development opportunities and training to enhance skills and bring new ideas to the department
Compose correspondence, reports, and other written materials
Collect, organize, and prepare data for departmental, state, and federal reports
Support formal bid solicitations for purchase of equipment or contract work, ensuring compliance with City procurement policies
Prepare reports related to contracts, billing, and payments received from outside agencies
Provide administrative support for operating and capital budgets, including processing invoices, purchase orders, and payments
Run budget reports and assist with tracking expenditures to support supervisors, project managers, and other staff members
Support CIP budget administration, including monitoring project-related expenditures and ensuring accurate documentation for capital projects
Utilize the financial system to enter purchase orders and vendor payments, ensuring compliance with City purchasing policies
Monitor purchase orders and contract balances to support budget oversight to prevent overspending and ensure expenditures remain within approved budget limits
Process purchasing card transactions and maintain accurate financial records for audit and reporting purposes
Track contract amounts, budget allocations, and account numbers to support financial reporting for multiple workgroups
Demonstrate understanding of right-of-way permitting process, including basics of right-of-way activities and permitting requirements
Clearly answer questions from the public regarding right-of-way permitting and schedule inspections in coordination with the ROW Inspector
Issue ROW permits under the direction of the Engineering Manager. Specifically ensuring appropriate bonds and certificates of insurance are included and that the appropriate approval process has been followed. Ensure documentation is distributed to all appropriate staff members
Register and license contractors performing work in the City
Assess and process ROW permit fees
Assess and process water and sewer tap fees at the direction of the Engineering Manager. Coordinate water and sewer tap fee payments with the collection/distribution team and inspector to ensure appropriate meter set completion
Support both internal work groups and the public by addressing questions and concerns with active listening, clear communication, and a solutions-oriented approach, while maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeData analysisContract managementBusiness mathTechnical writingCustomer serviceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Graduation from a standard high school, preferably supplemented by college-level course work in business
Five years of progressively responsible administrative and technical experience
Thorough knowledge of office procedures and practices
Knowledge of business math and basic accounting
Ability to perform varied and complex office and technical work which includes administrative and supervisory responsibilities
Ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions
Ability to analyze, prepare and maintain complex reports and records
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, orally and in writing
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, citizens, various public and private groups and governmental agencies
Ability to prioritize work and address emergency situations as necessary
Typing: 40-60 wpm
Demonstrate knowledge of current office practices, procedure, equipment, spelling and mathematical computations and tabulations
Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Power Point, and other typical office software like Adobe Acrobat Pro

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Competitive General Leave
401A Retirement Plan: (8% contribution from the City, 12% from the Employee)
Life Insurance: (One and a half times your annual salary up to $200,000. AD&D coverage in same amount)
Paid Family & Caregiver Leave: Available after 6 months of employment for qualifying events. Receive up to 400 hours.
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Free Recreation Center membership for you and your immediate family
Bilingual Pay

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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