EXTRA HELP OFFICE ASSISTANT I chez County of Thurston

The salary for this position is: $22.00 an hour.

Thurston County is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to fill a part-time Office Assistant I position in Superior Court. This position performs a full range of general office tasks, including utilizing word processing and data management programs to generate a wide range of documents and to track information.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with incoming calls daily. Provide in person customer service as needed.
• Distribute bench copies appropriately.
• Open, review and distribute incoming mail for MC staff as needed.
• Collect/organize board meeting materials.
• Calendar meetings for office staff as needed.
• Calendar wedding ceremonies for Judges.
• Assist staff with general office functions as needed.

To view the full job classification, click here: Office Assistant I

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment – Office setting in Superior Court in Olympia, Washington, primarily sitting at a front reception desk.
• Schedule - Monday – Thursday, four hours daily. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
• Travel Requirements - Minimal; occasional travel may be required for document delivery.
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone and in-person with court practitioners, stakeholders, and the public.

WHO WE ARE:

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

Why you’ll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.

Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of general office experience which includes responsibility for performing a full range of office support tasks, including experience providing information and assistance to the general public.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and related software to perform word processing and data management.
• Ability to type 55 wpm.

DESIRED SKILLS: 

• Exercise time management skills along with the ability to work under pressure in a changing work environment, with multiple tasks and program demands in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Edit and finalize reports and correspondence with accuracy.
• Review administrative and operational policies and procedures and make appropriate decisions with limited supervision in short periods of time.
• Set up data base programs or other basic information tracking programs.
• Learn, apply and interpret policies and procedures.
• Organization and operation of the Washington State Court System.
• Procedures and practices within courts of general jurisdiction.
• Effective communication skills.
• Techniques of correspondence and report writing.
• Excellent organizational, proof-reading, and grammar skills.
• Excellent customer service.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact: Ashley Dunlap at 360-754-4405

This position is:

• Not represented by a union
• Not eligible for benefits, unless mandated by law
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Approximately 16 hours per week

Items requested for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Supplemental Questions 

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498.  Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.