Information & Policy Section Administrative Assistant (Administrative Assistant 3) - State of Washington
Thurston County – Lacey, WA
About the Job
The salary listed above includes the 3% pay increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2024.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Information and Policy SectionAdministrative Assistant (Administrative Assistant 3) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Do you possess strong organizational skills, stellar customer service orientation, and the ability to be flexible, reliable, and detail-oriented?
If so, you would be a great fit for this position, where you will provide direct administrative support for the Information and Policy Section Manager and Policy and Technical Support Unit Supervisor for the Toxics Cleanup Program. You’ll also provide general assistance to technical and professional staff in the section. Some of your administrative activities will include: calendar management, assisting with recruitment, hiring and onboarding new staff, drafting correspondence, memos and reports, coordinating travel arrangements, scheduling internal and external meetings. Additionally, you will supervise a Forms and Records Analyst, responsible for providing records and office support. You will oversee their work assignments, offer coaching and performance management, provide problem solving support, and cover as a backup in their absence.
Do you possess strong organizational skills, stellar customer service orientation, and the ability to be flexible, reliable, and detail-oriented?
If so, you would be a great fit for this position, where you will provide direct administrative support for the Information and Policy Section Manager and Policy and Technical Support Unit Supervisor for the Toxics Cleanup Program. You’ll also provide general assistance to technical and professional staff in the section. Some of your administrative activities will include: calendar management, assisting with recruitment, hiring and onboarding new staff, drafting correspondence, memos and reports, coordinating travel arrangements, scheduling internal and external meetings. Additionally, you will supervise a Forms and Records Analyst, responsible for providing records and office support. You will oversee their work assignments, offer coaching and performance management, provide problem solving support, and cover as a backup in their absence.
Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Program Mission: The mission of the Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) is to protect Washington’s human health and the environment by preventing and cleaning up pollution and supporting sustainable communities and natural resources for the benefit of future and current generations.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible to tele-work up to three days per week. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives(Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan.
Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Thurston County – Lacey, Washington
Agency: Dept. of Ecology
Source : State of Washington