Job Description
Join Washington State's premier public service team as an Administrative Specialist in downtown Seattle! Enjoy weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a rewarding career supporting state operations. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure seamless administrative functions across multiple departments. This role offers stability, growth opportunities, and the chance to serve your community while maintaining work-life balance.
Why Work With Us?
- Weekly paycheck processing
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision plans
- Paid state holidays and generous leave
- Pension retirement plan
- Free downtown parking transit pass
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental calendars and coordinate complex meeting logistics
- Process confidential records with strict adherence to state regulations
- Prepare official correspondence and reports using Microsoft Office Suite
- Handle budget reconciliation and expense tracking for assigned units
- Serve as primary liaison between agencies and constituents
- Maintain digital filing systems with 100% compliance standards
- Train staff on administrative protocols and software updates
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Public Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of administrative support experience in government/regulated environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Washington State driver's license with clean record
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
- Proven experience with records management systems
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Washington State purchasing procedures