Administrative Associate (Temporary) Various Summer Programs

Salary: $18.23 Hourly
Location : 5800 ENRIQUE M. BARRERA PARKWAY, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78227, TX
Job Type: 4C Temp
Job Number: 2026-00427
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 01/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 11:59 AM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Job Summary


Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing a variety of secretarial and clerical duties. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises no supervision.

The Parks and Recreation Department offers the Summer Youth Program at designated community centers and select school sites in partnership with local area school districts. The Summer Youth Program is offered for youth ages 6 - 12 at school sites and 6 - 14 at community centers.
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This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.


Work Location
5800 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, Texas 78227.
At the department's discretion, the work location and days/hours may be subject to change.
Work Schedule
8:00: a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Performs a variety of clerical duties in assigned department including maintaining personnel records and payroll, data entry, filing, distributing mail, answering telephones, and taking messages.
• Types and proofreads reports, letters, memos, flyers, and statistical charts.
• Responds to inquiries about department services and activities; assists visitors as necessary.
• May prepare payroll and associated transactions and assists in compiling and maintaining personnel records (e.g. weekly earnings, absences, supervisory reports, change of status, terminations, and personnel requisitions).
• Verifies and reviews correspondence for conformance with established policies and procedures.
• Orders and maintains inventory of office supplies.
• Coordinates, organizes, and maintains general office records.
• Prepares routine reports and correspondence.
• May research and compile data for special projects and reports.
• Orders supplies and equipment; maintains petty cash fund.
• Issues permits and collects associated fees.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• One (1) year experience in general clerical work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with clerical duties and modern office procedures
• Experience operating a personal computer and utilizing rudimentary software.
• Valid Class C Driver's License

Applicant Information:

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern office procedures, business letter writing, report preparation, and proper telephone etiquette.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles and methods.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effective.
• Ability to perform routine clerical work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and City staff.
• Ability to interpret and apply city and assigned department policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to compile, organize, maintain accurate and complete records, and files.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to learn data retrieval and input methods.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04


What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05


How many years of experience do you have in general clerical work?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

06


Which previous years have you worked for the City of San Antonio Parks & Recreation's Summer Program?

• I have not worked with the City of San Antonio's Summer Youth Program
• 2019
• 2020
• 2021
• 2022
• 2023
• 2024
• 2025

07


What best describe your clerical work experience?

• 1 or more years of full time experience
• 2 or more years of year-round part-time experience.
• A combination of full time and part time experience that adds up to the equivalent of 1 or more years of full time experience.
• None of the above

08


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

09


How many years of customer service experience do you have?

• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 year
• 3-4 years
• 5-7 years
• 8-9 years
• 10 years or more.
• I have no customer service experience.

10


What best describes your proficiency in completing office tasks such as answering phones, taking messages, scanning, faxing and filing documents, and data entry?

• I do not have any experience
• Beginner (basic knowledge)
• Intermediate (Require some assistance)
• Advanced (Can perform most duties without guidance)
• Expert (Able to teach others)

11


Select any of the following Microsoft Office applications that you have professional experience with.

• Word
• Excel
• Access
• PowerPoint
• Publisher
• Visio
• Outlook
• Teams
• None of the above

12


Describe a time you had a difficult customer service experience. How did you deal with the situation? What was the resolution? If you do not have any, please respond "n/a".
13


I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

14


I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

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