ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES MANAGER - DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
City of San Marcos, CA · San Marcos, CA · 2 wk ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Manages administrative functions
- Covers operational and project support activities
- Improves business processes and workflows
- Maintains performance and compliance
- Supports budget and contract administration
- Implements organizational and technology improvements
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of administrative operations, business services, project coordination, workflow analysis, process improvement, and staff supervision
- Experience working in a technical construction and engineering environment is highly desired
- Skilled in operational planning, records and contract administration, budget tracking, data analysis, performance measurement, policy and procedure development, and the use of modern business systems and office technologies
- Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills are essential
Abilities
- Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills within a fast-paced technical environment
- Capable of managing multiple operational priorities and projects while supporting efficient and customer-focused departmental services
- Ability to evaluate workflows and operational challenges, develop practical solutions, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and service delivery
- Effective communication and collaboration with staff, leadership, and stakeholders
- Judgment, initiative, and professionalism necessary to support complex departmental operations and organizational goals
Highly Desirable
- Lean Six Sigma, or similar process improvement training/certification
- Experience with ERP, permitting, HRIS, document management, or workflow automation systems
- Experience developing SOPs, dashboards, KPIs, and service metrics
- Experience leading cross-functional change efforts