Job Description
Join King County's dynamic team as an Administrative Specialist in our Public Health Department. This immediate hire opportunity offers a chance to serve the Seattle community while gaining invaluable government experience. We're seeking a highly organized professional to support critical public health initiatives with competitive pay and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental scheduling, correspondence, and record-keeping systems
- Process confidential documents with strict adherence to HIPAA and FERPA regulations
- Coordinate logistics for community outreach events and public health campaigns
- Provide frontline customer service to diverse stakeholders via phone, email, and in-person
- Assist with budget tracking, procurement, and expense reporting
- Support data entry and reporting for public health metrics
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on emergency response protocols
Qualifications
- 3+ years administrative experience in government or healthcare setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Valid Washington State Driver's License
- Ability to obtain Public Health Emergency Response clearance
- Exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality standards
- Experience with document management systems (SharePoint preferred)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evenings/weekends