Job Description
Join the Washington State Department of Commerce as a Part-Time Administrative Assistant and contribute to meaningful public service initiatives. This flexible role (20 hours/week) offers the opportunity to support economic development programs while gaining valuable government sector experience. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive training, and a supportive team environment dedicated to serving Washington communities.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support for departmental programs and grant management
- Manage scheduling, correspondence, and record-keeping for assigned projects
- Assist with data collection, analysis, and report preparation
- Coordinate meetings and events with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Process documents and ensure compliance with state regulations
- Support public inquiries with accurate information and resources
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- 1+ years administrative support experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Basic knowledge of government operations preferred