Administrative Assistant - Engineering / Construction Inspections
San Antonio Water System
Provides water and wastewater services, ensuring reliable, sustainable resources for the San Antonio area.
Provides intermediate admin support for engineering inspections.
12 days ago ago
$19
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
San Antonio, TX
Field
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Contracting
Engineering
Customer Service
Utility Locates
Conservation Programs
Open Records Requests
Sector Specialisms
Water Supply
Wastewater Services
Water Distribution
Water Conservation
Water Resources Management
Recycled Water Supply
Infrastructure
Environmental Management
Role
Description
file management
data entry
purchase processing
financial reporting
meeting coordination
customer service
Prepares employee record changes and maintains employee files.
This position may provide functional guidance to administrative support staff.
Maintains, develops and implements filing systems.
Sorts and distributes mail including preparing outgoing mail.
Performs customer service duties including answering and screening calls, receiving and assisting visitors, and answering inquiries.
Processes purchase requests for payments in various forms, such as purchase requisitions, petty cash, and credit card purchases, verifying accuracy of data. May function as credit card liaison for the department.
Applies organizational, departmental and office policies, procedures, and practices.
Researches and compiles a variety of information for reporting purposes and performs data entry of a variety of databases, spreadsheets, and forms.
Performs administrative support functions including preparing, reviewing and drafting correspondence, memoranda, board items, presentations, reports and other documents using correct grammar, spelling and punctuation to ensure accuracy and completeness; may take and transcribe minutes.
Contact with internal and external customers, vendors, outside agencies and the general public.
Maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
Prepares and monitors financial information including budget, time and attendance documentation and ordering supplies.
Provides organizational support by coordinating and scheduling meetings, maintaining calendar and agendas, and making travel arrangements as needed; maintains suspense system to ensure deadlines are met.
Requirements
business admin
driver's license
admin experience
office suite
typing
communication
Two years of college with major coursework in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Three years' experience performing administrative and secretarial functions or related work.
Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software, and financial, purchasing and time and attendance software.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
High School Diploma or GED.
Proficient level typing skills.
Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2 million
Customers Served
Number of people served by the company's water and wastewater services.
1992
Year Founded
The year the company was established as a vital utility provider.
Operates and maintains an extensive network of pipelines, reservoirs, and treatment facilities.
Ensures a reliable water supply while emphasizing sustainability and conservation.
Key projects include expanding wastewater treatment plants, water recycling initiatives, and infrastructure modernization.
Collaborates with local communities to implement water-saving programs and technologies.
Serves urban, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Culture + Values
Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services.
Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life.
Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
Code of Ethical Standards: all employees are stewards of public trust and expected to conduct themselves in a manner that instills consumer confidence.
SAWS Cares motto: “leading, serving, giving.”
Actively engages employees in community volunteerism and fundraising through SAWS Cares.
Environment + Sustainability
10% by 2028
Energy Efficiency Initiative
Reduces energy intensity per unit by 10% through strategic energy management.
$550K Earnings
Energy Demand Response Program
Participates in CPS Energy Demand Response, earning $551k+ by reducing 7.5 MW demand.
44 Billion Gallons
Water Storage Capacity
Aquifer Storage & Recovery stores underground water for drought preparedness.
1 Trillion Gallons
Water Conservation Achievement
Conservation programs saved more than 1 trillion gallons of water over decades.
Aligned with City of San Antonio goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Operates the nation’s largest direct recycled water system: ~130 miles of pipeline, supplying up to 25,000 AFY.
Purchased Enchanted Rock natural-gas microgrid generators in 2023 to ensure power resilience with reduced emissions.
Inclusion & Diversity
1,934 Employees
Workforce Size
Over 1,934 employees serve approximately 2.1 million customers.
9 Times Ranked
Top Workplace Recognition
Recognized among San Antonio’s Top Workplaces nine times since 2011.
On-site fitness centers, tuition assistance, flexible work arrangements, retirement plans, health benefits, paid vacation and sick leave offered.
Female representation: Leadership team includes women (e.g., Board Chair Amy Hardberger); overall gender breakdown unspecified publicly.
Recruitment goal: attract best talent and enable professional growth; mission-driven workplace encouraging personal development via training and career progression.