Public Works Office Coordinator

Whosonthemove; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Whosonthemove in Fountain Inn seeks a dedicated administrative support staff member to assist the Public Works and Gas Departments. Responsibilities include handling inquiries, processing invoices, and maintaining records.

The ideal candidate will have experience in customer service and administrative support. This position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment, with an emphasis on accuracy and organization.

Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 7:45 am to 5:15 pm and Friday from 8 am to 12:00 pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in customer service or administrative roles.
• Ability to operate general office equipment and specialized software.
• Experience in municipal government or utilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for Public Works inquiries.
• Resolve routine questions and maintain departmental records.
• Process invoices and purchase orders, supporting budget administration.

Skills

Customer service skills

Administrative support

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Work management systems

Asset management systems

Job description

Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and City policies, provides administrative, customer service, records, work order, purchasing, invoice, and project support for the Public Works and Gas Departments operating within the Fountain Inn Utilities Complex.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the first point of contact for Public Works inquiries, service requests, and complaints received by phone, email, or in person; communicates tactfully and courteously with residents, customers, employees, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Provides accurate information, resolves routine questions, and refers complex issues to appropriate Public Works staff or other City departments in accordance with City and departmental policies.
• Enters, updates, reviews, and researches service requests and work orders in the work management system; monitors open requests for accuracy, completion, and appropriate documentation.
• Provides administrative support by preparing correspondence, memos, reports, logs, meeting notes, and other written materials; makes copies, distributes information, and maintains departmental records.
• Maintains organized electronic and physical filing systems, including departmental records, promotional materials, recruitment materials, uniform records, and other assigned documentation.
• Generates and maintains daily bulk waste and cart delivery logs for Solid Waste operations.
• Utilizes and updates work order, asset management, mapping, purchasing, financial, and related software systems as required.
• Processes invoices, purchase orders, and requisitions; tracks expenditures; reconciles related records; and coordinates with Accounting/Finance to support departmental budget administration.
• Orders and maintains office supplies and assists with departmental inventory and administrative needs.
• Conducts research and assists with special projects, reports, data collection, and operational initiatives as assigned.
• Provides administrative support during emergency operations, inclement weather events, or other City operational needs as required.

Ability to

Develop and maintain cooperative and professional relationships with employees and all levels of management to include representatives from other departments, external organizations, and the general public.

Communicate basic information to coworkers, internal customers, and the public in a respectful and knowledgeable manner.

Appropriately handle confidential information, understand discretion and chain of command.

Use effective judgment in discussing and resolving customer-related issues consistent with City and departmental policies and procedures.

Maintain excellent organization and attention to detail; develop and maintain filing systems; and maintain accurate records using a variety of source materials.

Understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.

Work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

Prepare clear and concise written reports, summarize meeting minutes, and compose emails, business letters, and various correspondence in a clear and professional manner.

Make basic mathematical calculations, track and reconcile expenditures, and ensure accuracy of invoices and other related documents.

Utilize specialized software and systems in performance of job duties, which may include work management, asset management, mapping, purchasing, financial, and records systems.

Operate general office equipment to include scanner, printer, copier, telephone, and computer with Microsoft Office Suite.

Maintain confidentiality, follow chain of command, and exercise sound discretion when handling sensitive information, customer concerns, departmental records, and operational matters.

Additional Functions

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by two years of related experience in customer service, administrative support, utility billing, public works, municipal government, or a related field preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with municipal government, public works, utilities, customer service, work order systems, asset management systems, financial systems, records management, or Microsoft Office Suite.

Specific License or Certification Required

None.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Performance Aptitudes

Data Utilization

Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.

Human Interaction

Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization

Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e‑mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and advisory data and information, such as service applications, customer information, invoices, service orders, work orders, lists, reports, and related departmental records.

Mathematical Aptitude

Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning

Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning

Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA Compliance

Physical Ability

Tasks require the ability to perform sedentary to light work, including sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, typing, using standard office equipment, and occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects and materials of light weight, generally up to 10 pounds. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive sounds, visual cues, and written information, and to communicate orally and in writing.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Work Schedule and Emergency Operations

Work is generally performed during regular business hours; however, the employee may be required to report or provide administrative support during emergency operations, inclement weather events, or other City operational needs.

This job description is not intended to be an employment contract or an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The City reserves the right to revise the job description as needed to meet operational needs.

The City of Fountain Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Hours are 7:45 am – 5:15 pm Monday through Thursday and 8 am-12:00 pm on Friday. Schedule may vary periodically depending upon the department’s needs.