Remote Public Programs & Council Support Coordinator

City of Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The City of Austin seeks a Program Coordinator to provide executive level support to the City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, and Assistant City Clerk. Responsibilities include preparing draft minutes templates for council agendas and attending meetings, plus assisting with speaker registration.

This role handles petition processing, boards and commissions support, agenda postings, payroll tasks in UKG, and budgeting assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of related experience; education may substitute for up to four years of experience.
• Experience in public administration or city government is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide council meeting support: draft minutes templates and assist with speaker registration.
• Facilitate petition handling and workflow management with verification of legal descriptions.
• Schedule and monitor Board, Commission, Council, and Committee meetings.
• Support special projects and annual board/commission reviews.
• Assist with finance duties, invoices, timekeeping, petty cash, and annual budget.
• Ensure compliance with City regulations and policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Public speaking

Multi-tasking

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

The City of Austin seeks a Program Coordinator to provide executive level support to the City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, and Assistant City Clerk. Responsibilities include preparing draft minutes templates for council agendas and attending meetings, plus assisting with speaker registration.

This role handles petition processing, boards and commissions support, agenda postings, payroll tasks in UKG, and budgeting assistance.