Administrative Assistant Senior - Parks Maintenance

City of Colorado Springs

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • $24.02–$28.84 Per Hour

Highlights

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back. In this position, you will provide a wide variety of highly responsible and complex secretarial, administrative, and clerical duties in support of the Park Maintenance and Operations division of the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services team; coordinate and participate in office functions in support of the goals and objectives of the team and provide information and assistance to the public regarding City and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services department policies and procedures.

Numbers & Facts

LocationColorado Springs, CO
Salary$24.02–$28.84 Per Hour

Description

Administrative Assistant Senior - Parks Maintenance

Salary

$24.02 - $28.84 Hourly

Location

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Classified - Full Time

Job Number

18479

Division

Parks, Rec & Cultural Svc

Department

Park Maintenance

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/3/2026 8:00 AM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description / Position Overview

Administrative Assistant Senior - Parks Maintenance

In this position, you will provide a wide variety of highly responsible and complex secretarial, administrative, and clerical duties in support of the Park Maintenance and Operations division of the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services team; coordinate and participate in office functions in support of the goals and objectives of the team and provide information and assistance to the public regarding City and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services department policies and procedures.

As an Administrative Assistant, Senior, you will:

  • Provide administrative support to the Park Maintenance and Operations Manager, SIMD (Special Improvement Maintenance District) Administrator, and division supervisors

  • Support the fiscal responsibilities of the division by receiving and processing payments, researching payment histories, and collecting outstanding balances

  • Assist with division budget tracking duties to include purchasing, allocating expenditures, data entry, and other duties as assigned (research and provide budget/expense information to Parks Maintenance and SIMD teams)

  • Track, compile, and report division statistics as directed by Park Maintenance and Operations Manager

  • Provide administrative support for the GoGov CRM customer service platform for the park Maintenance Division, including tracking service requests and generating weekly, quarterly, and annual performance reports.

  • Provide support to the seven boards associated with the Department's SIMDs including taking minutes at the meetings, and managing agendas

  • Coordinate critical maintenance services including

  • Trash removal and portable restroom contracts and placements

  • Tracking mowing contracts and expenditures

  • Security contracts for opening and closing parks

  • Manage incoming phone calls, maintain appointment calendars, and make travel arrangements for Park Maintenance and Operations Manager

  • Assist Park Maintenance personnel with special projects as assigned

  • Other duties as assigned

Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Ability to learn and apply pertinent City policies and procedures
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Minimum Qualifications

We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Four years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

  • Accounting and record-keeping experience
  • Experience using Accela or similar service request software
  • Experience using Cartegraph or similar asset management software

Additional Information

Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Apply to Join Our Team

  • Please visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).

  • Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.

  • Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

  • We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability page

  • Our Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position's closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.

The Citys job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.

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The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

  • Less than high school
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree or above

02

How many years of relevant professional experience do you possess?

  • Less than one year
  • One or more years
  • Two or more years
  • Three or more years
  • Four or more years
  • Five or more years
  • Six or more years
  • Seven or more years
  • Eight or more years
  • Nine or more years
  • Ten or more years

03

If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience.

04

Do you have experience in any of the following? Please select all that apply, or select N/A if not applicable.

  • Accounting and record-keeping experience
  • Experience using Accela or similar service request software
  • Experience using Cartegraph or similar asset management software
  • N/A

05

If selected above, please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience.

Required Question

Employer City of Colorado Springs

Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301

Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903

Phone (719) 385-5125

Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov

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