Description

Join a forward-thinking water district where leadership, innovation, and public service come together! Mesa Water District is now hiring an Administrative Services Supervisor who will oversee the Administrative Services department. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this high-impact role oversees essential administrative functions including Board and executive support and records management, while shaping policies, systems, and processes that support the District’s long-term success. This is a standout opportunity for a strategic, people-centered leader who enjoys working across the organization and making a meaningful difference in a mission-driven environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strategic administrative leader with the ability to align policies, procedures, and resources with District goals and Board priorities.
• Trusted advisor to executive leadership, capable of providing high-level, confidential, and sound administrative support to the General Manager and Board of Directors.
• Strong governance and compliance expertise, including experience with Board operations, public meetings, records management, and adherence to applicable laws and regulations (e.g., Brown Act and public records requirements).
• Effective people manager who fosters accountability, collaboration, and professional growth while maintaining a positive work culture.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise materials for executives, elected officials, and diverse stakeholders.
• Policy-focused and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to develop, implement, and evaluate administrative policies, procedures, and programs.
• Financially savvy administrator experienced in budget development, monitoring, and reporting within a public agency or similar environment.
• Highly organized and proactive, able to manage competing priorities, anticipate needs, and meet critical deadlines with minimal direction.
• Diplomatic and relationship-driven, comfortable representing the District with outside agencies, auditors, consultants, and the public.
• Ethical and politically astute, with sound judgment when handling sensitive information and navigating complex organizational dynamics.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive Pay & Benefits - We offer strong compensation and benefits packages that are regularly evaluated to stay ahead of industry standards.
• Supportive Work Culture - At Mesa Water, we foster a fun, collaborative environment where meaningful relationships and teamwork thrive.
• High-Impact Role - This position places you at the center of the District’s decision-making process, working directly with the General Manager, Board of Directors, and legal counsel on matters that shape the future of Mesa Water District.
• Meaningful Work - Your efforts will directly support transparent government operations and community trust, ensuring the District continues to provide exceptional service to the public.
• Employee-Centered Environment - Our organization-wide engagement program reflects our deep commitment to keeping employees motivated, supported, and excited about their work.

Interested candidates must submit applications by the deadline of April 1, 2026.

Requirements

Minimum & Desired Qualifications
 

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration or related field.
• Experience: Six (6) years of professional-level experience in public administration (including supporting elected officials and/or executive leadership), records management, public board meeting management or a related field, including two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.