Administrative Assistant

Clayton County Water Authority; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Water Authority is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential clerical and administrative support to the Program Management & Engineering department. The role involves handling communications, scheduling, travel arrangements, and supporting payroll and certifications processes.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with about two years of related clerical experience; notary is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of related work experience in clerical/administrative support.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the essential functions and learn CCWA policies, practices, and procedures.
• Preferred - Notary

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical and administrative support for management and/or team members across plants and facilities; screens calls, mail, email, schedules meetings and coordinates events.
• Coordinates travel arrangements, accommodations, itineraries, registrations for department.
• Maintains training certification database for departmental licenses and certifications.
• Manages payroll related information, timesheets, attendance records, and staff rosters.
• Assists with department budget input, procurement, reports, and payable reconciliation with Finance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years related work experience

Job description

POSITION: Administrative Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Program Management & Engineering

PAYGRADE: 105 (NE)

PAY: Min: $24.646 / Mid: $31.423 / Max: $38.202 hourly

DEADLINE: Thursday, August 27, 2026

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth and efficient processes within the department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides clerical and administrative support for management and/or team members of assigned area including all plants and facilities assigned to that department; assists with administrative tasks such as screening telephone calls, mail, email, and other communications; initiates appropriate action/response; may type, compose, edit, or proofread various documentation; maintains calendars; may arrange for meeting rooms, audio visual equipment and catering; and schedules meetings, appointments, interviews, or other activities, including customer service functions.
• Coordinates travel arrangements, accommodations, itineraries, registrations and other travel related items for department.
• Maintains training certification database for departmental licenses and certifications.
• Assesses incoming communications and determines priority for attention.
• Processes payroll related information; reviews timesheets for accuracy and researches discrepancies; tracks accrued and available time off; and maintains attendance records, employee rosters, certifications, and other related records.
• Assists with functions related to the management of the department, which includes budget preparation, input and maintenance, procurement and work order information; creates related reports; and reconciles payable records with Finance Department records.
• Receives and sorts incoming documentation and materials; sorts, organizes, opens, and/or distributes incoming mail; signs for incoming packages and delivers to appropriate team members; processes outgoing mail; and copies and distributes forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, agendas, or other documentation.

• Processes a variety of documentation associated with Department operations within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives, reviews, records, types, and/or distributes documentation; logs, tracks, or maintains records regarding Department activities; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of Department reports; and files, maintains, and stores hardcopy records.
• Responsible for processing, documenting, and maintaining information related to Departmental specific levels of service and metrics reporting and follows appropriate records retention guidelines.
• Monitors inventory of Department supplies and forms; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; and initiates requests/orders for new or replacement supplies.

In addition to the functions above, the following functions are applicable depending on the department:

PM&E:

Provides comprehensive administrative and procurement support for PM&E by processing invoices, pay applications, purchase orders, requisitions, task orders, and change orders in JDE. Coordinates with Program Managers, Directors, Budget Office, Finance, Capital Assets, and external engineering firms to ensure accurate documentation, timely approvals, and proper contract compliance. Ensures routing of Notice-to-Proceed and project closeout documents and maintains organized project records within SharePoint and departmental systems.

Assists with processing and coordination of loan reimbursement packages, gathering required signatures, and submitting documentation to internal and external contacts. Attends weekly Project List Review meetings and provides follow-up support for project tracking and reporting.

Prepares and processes credit card reconciliations for PM&E-related purchases. Supports departmental project activities and assists with coordination and logistics for PM&E events or project-related meetings.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of related work experience in providing clerical and administrative support; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all CCWA or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• None
• Preferred - Notary

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.
• Tasks require carrying, pushing, or pulling lightweight materials; tasks may also involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
• Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.

At CCWA, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, including temporary employees, and applicants for employment based on qualifications, abilities, and merit. Therefore, CCWA prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants or any other legally covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression), citizenship, genetic information, disability status, past, current, or prospective membership in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to job advertisements, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.