Salary : $92,458.29 - $112,383.44 Annually
Location : Union Sanitary District, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 270005
Work Group: ETSU
Opening Date: 09/17/2026
Closing Date: 10/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Overview
Administrative Specialist I - Limited-Term (One-Year)

$44.45 - $54.03 Hourly

$92,458.29 - $112,383.44 Annually

Final Filing Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026

This posting will remain open until 100 applications have been received or until the deadline, whichever occurs first. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is received.

About the Role
The ETSU Program Phase 1 projects began construction in late 2021, launching the largest capital improvement program in the District's history. The projects will renew and replace aging infrastructure, improve water quality in the San Francisco Bay through enhanced wastewater treatment processes and nutrient removal, and increase the facility's resiliency to extreme wet-weather events and climate change.

As the ETSU Administrative Specialist I, you'll be the organizational backbone for a team dedicated to advancing the District's mission to protect the environment.

Examples of Duties
Key Responsibilities:

You will provide administrative services and support for the ETSU Team while gaining detailed knowledge of the team functions and processes. Below are the main duties of this position. You can also find the full job description

• Provide support for ETSU-related projects, including but not limited to:
  • Serve as recorder at pre-construction and weekly construction meetings with the Project Manager.
  • Review project expenditures for accurate accounting, reasons for large expenses on a monthly basis; correct errors; meet with management to review and make additional adjustments as appropriate.
  • Provide support for tracking project equipment O&M manual reviews and training materials development and training scheduling.
• Provide administrative support for the ETSU Team, including but not limited to:
  • Prepare written updated tasks and project assignments for check-in meetings with the Coach.
  • Maintain Team Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Prepare team Board items for Board of Directors Meetings; gather data and finalize document; submit to Assistant to General Manager/Board Clerk; update the ETSU portal site; route for signatures; update the records portal site with executed documents.
  • Train back-up to handle specified duties as needed.

Qualifications
What We're Looking For

• Two years of college (or equivalent experience) with coursework in business and computer applications PLUS two years of responsible administrative or technical office experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other common business software, e.g., budget software, Adobe Acrobat, or Bluebeam.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a team-first mindset.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
• Can juggle multiple responsibilities with accuracy and professionalism.

Additional Information

• This position is fully benefited and funded for one year. Any continuation beyond the initial one-year term is subject to future funding, organizational needs, and applicable approval, and it is not guaranteed.
• Employees in LT roles are eligible to apply and compete for regular District vacancies in accordance with District rules; no appointment or extension is guaranteed.

Application Process:

Apply online at before the deadline! Here's what to expect in our process:

1) Application Deadline - 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, 2026, or until there are 100 submittals

2) Online Written Exam - Wednesday, October 21, 2026, to Thursday, October 22, 2026

3) In-Person Qualifications Appraisal Interview - Wednesday, November 4, 2026

4) In-Person Finalist Interview - The week of November 9, 2026

All candidates must pass a background check, Live Scan, and DMV clearance.

Accessibility: If you need accommodations during the application or selection process, please reach out to Tram Nguyen at

Additional Information: Employees are designated Disaster Service Workers and may be assigned emergency response duties as required by law.

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Please describe your educational background and experience in providing administrative support, specifically supporting construction management and projects. In your description, note the number of years/months of experience.
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Describe your experience with computerized systems/applications for data entry, data collection, report creation, filing, scheduling, and communications. In your response, please note the systems/applications (e.g., MS Office Suite, Acrobat, BlueBeam, DocuSign, etc.) that you use.
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Describe in detail any other skills, abilities, or experience that would prepare you for the position.
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