Water Administrative Coordinator

Water Administrative Coordinator

Salary

$30,314.23 - $36,385.75 Annually

Location

Alexandria, Louisiana

Job Type

Classified

Division

Utilities

Department

Water Distribution

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

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Description

The purpose of this classification is to perform clerical support services for the water department. Create and process work orders. Maintain departmental records relating to LDH compliance. Perform various clerical duties to carry out the daily technical operations of the water department. Coordinate water services with various departments and customers to ensure proper procedures are followed.

Examples of Duties

Coordinate water utility services with the Utility office and various departments within the city for services.

Contact customers to schedule appointments for water services, maintain work order status from creation to close out. Dispatch calls to the appropriate crew. Escalate customer complaints to the supervisor.

Performs computer data entry of data from various sources, including applications and forms; inputs corrections and updates; verifies data for accuracy and completeness.

Research customer complaints regarding billing discrepancies and coordinate with the Utility billing department to assist in resolving issues.

Answers and screens telephone calls; provides information and assistance to callers; forwards calls to appropriate staff; takes messages as necessary. Perform research as needed regarding water meters, assist in maintaining inventory of the department.

Performs a variety of duties and filing documents; maintains logs for the water department record keeping. Ensures accurate records are maintained for LDH and other regulatory agencies.

Operates a variety of office equipment including a copier, facsimile machine, and computer; inputs and retrieves data and text; organizes and maintains data storage and back-up.

Distributes or files computer print outs; performs various clerical duties within the department. Assists with payroll submissions.

Ensures compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations.

Receive, sort and distribute incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Typical Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. One (1) year of experience performing routine utility customer service, administrative experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must be able to efficiently use email, and use Microsoft office suite programs. Must possess a valid drivers license. Must obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in Utilities are considered essential during emergencies and are required to work during storm-related events.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification. Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable. If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application.

Must include copies of driver's license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.

The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and a wellness clinic for employees.

To learn more details, visit our website.

Employer City of Alexandria, LA

Address 625 Murray Street

P.O. Box 71

Alexandria, Louisiana, 71309

Phone 318-449-5078

318-449-5030

Website http://www.cityofalexandriala.com