Public Works Office Manager

Office Manager

The City of Lynden is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Office Manager to oversee administrative operations and ensure the efficient functioning of the Public Works Department.

This position supervises and coordinates all office procedures and clerical work in the Public Works Department. It involves senior-level, specialized, and complex technical clerical duties, which require a comprehensive knowledge of City and department functions, policies, and procedures. The role also requires increased technical knowledge and independent judgment to coordinate all Public Works activities.

This is a 32 hour a week position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supervision of Staff and Activities

• Plans, schedules, and directs day-to-day activities for assigned office support staff.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel.
• Monitors and ensures assigned staff compliance with City / departmental policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares, updates, and maintains assigned staff schedules, assigning work duties and monitoring the quality and progress of work performed by employees.
• Evaluates work procedures for efficiency and effectiveness of office operations, recommends improvement where needed.

Budget and Finance

Projects and Programs

Administrative

Other Duties

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Special Requirements