Public Health Administrative Assistant III

Klickitat County; White Salmon (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Klickitat County’s Health Department seeks a Clerical Administrative Assistant III in White Salmon, WA. This non-exempt, full-time role supports public health programs and county departments with essential administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include answering phones, greeting visitors, managing calendars, processing payments, and handling confidential records per HIPAA requirements. Requires a high school diploma and experience in clerical work; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; administrative training or certification is a plus.
• Two to four years’ experience in administrative or clerical role, preferably within a public health or healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices is advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily office operations including answering phones, responding to emails and managing correspondence.
• Provide front-desk support greeting and assisting visitors.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and provide information regarding public health services and programs.
• Schedule appointments, meetings and maintain calendars for public health staff.
• Prepare and organize meeting agendas, materials and minutes as requested.
• Issues licenses, permits, certificates or other official authorizations in accordance with department policy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Bilingual (preferred)

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Administrative training or certification (plus)

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Electronic medical record systems

Phone systems

Fax machines

Copiers

Job description

Klickitat County’s Health Department seeks a Clerical Administrative Assistant III in White Salmon, WA. This non-exempt, full-time role supports public health programs and county departments with essential administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include answering phones, greeting visitors, managing calendars, processing payments, and handling confidential records per HIPAA requirements. Requires a high school diploma and experience in clerical work; bilingual skills are a plus.