Clerk III - Health & Community Services na Whatcom County, WA
Whatcom County, WA · Bellingham, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Professional
- Escritório em Bellingham
About the Department
Whatcom County Health and Community Services is recruiting for the position of Clerk III.
The Clerk III position supports other staff through performing a variety of general and routine office, basic bookkeeping, clerical support, cash handling, and customer service functions to facilitate public service and departmental activities. Other duties include internal and external communication, client reception, and preparation, recording and retrieval of data and information. The successful candidate must be able to work as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize.
Supervisor: Administrative Supervisor
Work location: 509 Girard Street, Bellingham, WA
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Salary Range: $21.02 - $31.87 per hour (MCBA Range 108.0)
Hiring rate depends on qualifications. We are required by State Law to list the full salary range. Hiring rate typically is limited to entry to mid of the posted salary range, subject to required approvals. As a public entity and in a union-covered position, we are required to make pay decisions based on experience, qualifications, and equity with other employees.This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED AND three (3) years of progressively responsible general office, clerical and/or secretarial experience.
Special Requirements:
A driving record that meets County standards and possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment.
Background check must meet County criteria.
Preferred:
- Experience working with vital records.
- Experience with government agencies or environmental agencies.
- Bilingual English/Spanish language fluency.
At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.
Whatcom County, WA is truly special and a great place to call home!
Other Qualifications
Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family
- Generous paid leave provisions, including vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year
- Eligibility for a lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
- $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
- Option to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for annual health care and/or dependent care expenses
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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