Administrative & Utility Coordinator
City of Uhland, Texas
Salary: $45,000 – $55,000 DOQ
Schedule: Full-Time | Four-Day Work Week
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: City Administrator
Position Summary
The City of Uhland is seeking a motivated, organized, and customer-service-oriented professional to serve as the Administrative & Utility Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in the daily operations of City Hall and serves as one of the primary points of contact for residents, businesses, contractors, and community stakeholders.
The Administrative & Utility Coordinator performs a broad range of administrative, customer service, utility billing, financial processing, and records management functions in support of City operations. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, technologically proficient, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced municipal environment.
This position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally within a rapidly developing community located just outside the Austin metropolitan area while benefiting from a full-time four-day work week.
About Uhland
The City of Uhland is a rapidly growing community located approximately 25 minutes south of Austin in Hays and Caldwell Counties. Uhland is a Type A General Law municipality committed to providing responsive public service, responsible growth management, and a high quality of life for residents and businesses.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Serve as a primary front-line representative for City Hall by greeting residents and visitors professionally and courteously.
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Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls and emails.
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Process utility billing payments, permits, and other City-related transactions accurately and efficiently.
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Maintain and update utility account records, customer profiles, and service requests.
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Prepare service notices, delinquency notices, and utility disconnect documentation.
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Balance cash drawers, reconcile receipts, and assist with daily financial reporting and deposits.
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Assist with records management, document filing, scanning, and retention procedures.
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Support City Hall operations including meeting preparation, administrative coordination, and general office support.
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Respond to resident questions and assist in resolving customer service concerns.
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Coordinate with other City departments to ensure efficient communication and workflow.
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Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
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Perform additional duties as assigned by the City Administrator.
Minimum Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required.
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Minimum one (1) year of administrative, customer service, utility billing, clerical, or related experience.
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Strong customer service and communication skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PDF software.
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Ability to perform basic financial and mathematical calculations accurately.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
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Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
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Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working in municipal government or another public-sector environment.
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Experience with utility billing systems, accounting software, or municipal software platforms.
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills.
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Experience handling cash, receivables, or financial reconciliations.
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Associate degree or college coursework in business administration, public administration, accounting, or a related field.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
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Professional written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a public-facing environment.
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Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a growing organization.
Benefits
The City of Uhland offers a competitive benefits package in accordance with City policy, including:
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Full-time four-day work week
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TMRS retirement participation (1 to 1 @ 7%)
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Health insurance benefits
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Paid holidays and leave
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Professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and employment application to the City of Uhland at info [at] uhlandtx.us (info[at]uhlandtx[dot]us).