Public Services Clerk & Records Technician

Skagit County; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Skagit County is seeking a detail-oriented Support Services Technician to handle clerical tasks, greet the public, answer calls, and process reports into the computer system. The role includes front counter assistance and license/permit issuance as authorized, using standard office software and databases.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy county office environment. Training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED.
• Three years of clerical/office experience required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Follows county policies and maintains confidentiality as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist screening incoming calls on a multi-line phone system and take messages.
• Provide front counter assistance and issue licenses and permits as authorized.
• Operate county computer network systems, perform word processing and spreadsheet tasks, and handle interdepartmental mail.
• Prepare letters, memos, forms, and reports from drafts or verbal instructions.

Skills

Office equipment operation

Basic arithmetic

Internal databases

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

ACCESS

Job description

Skagit County is seeking a detail-oriented Support Services Technician to handle clerical tasks, greet the public, answer calls, and process reports into the computer system. The role includes front counter assistance and license/permit issuance as authorized, using standard office software and databases.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy county office environment. Training provided as needed.