Administrative Coordinator - PW

The City of Boise is seeking an experienced Administrative Coordinator to provide high-level support to department leadership and help coordinate the people, projects and processes that keep the department running effectively. This role oversees daily administrative operations, manages complex executive calendars, supports strategic initiatives and ensures clear communication among leadership, staff and external stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys organizing complex work, improving processes and helping teams succeed. The ideal candidate brings extensive executive-level administrative experience, strong project coordination skills, sound judgment and the ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and discretion.

• High school diploma or equivalent and
• 9 years of progressive experience working in an administration, clerical support position representing a program with governing guidelines, providing front-line customer service combined with clerical responsibility for processes and systems, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Principles, methods and practices of executive-level administrative support
• Principles and practices of project management; public records management; strategic planning support to align department functions with organization goals
• Computer usage including related software

• Maintain confidentiality, prioritize conflicts, improve processes, follow through on projects to successful completion
• Communicate effectively in the English Language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation
• Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record

• Valid state-issued driver's license.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

Hybrid Work Eligible

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family (an estimated $10,000 - 20,000 value)
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Coordinates day-to-day work, delegates tasks and sets deadlines for the assigned team. Provides guidance, direction and support for training and reviews work. Ensures effective collaboration with other teams. Listens to team members’ input and feedback and resolves any issues or conflicts.

Provides advanced administrative support to executive-level staff. Manages executive calendars, requiring a high attention to detail and interaction with internal and external executives and assistants to schedule various meetings. Proactively reviews calendars for conflict identification and resolution, ensuring priority meetings are scheduled. Tracks and follows up on action items and deliverables from meetings. Plans and creates agendas for executive sta? and ensures all materials needed are prepared and accessible.

Ensures effective communication and collaboration across divisions and departments, advancing strategic projects and programs. Assists in the development and administration of departmental and citywide policies, ensuring compliance with regulations and procedures. Keeps policies up to date and available to staff.

Maintains and tracks deadlines and assists with task completion for department initiatives. Identifies inefficiencies in administrative processes and implements improvements. Uses data to develop solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency within the department and provide leadership insights and reports. Prepares and…