Remote Office Support Assistant - Public Service

Kitsap County, WA; Port Orchard (WA); Remote; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitsap County is seeking an Office Support Assistant to join a collaborative team delivering essential public services in Port Orchard, WA. This entry-level role supports county operations, providing information and a welcoming experience to residents and partners.

You will gain hands-on experience in records management, scheduling, and public inquiry coordination, with opportunities for career growth within county government.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of general office or customer service experience.
• Proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, and document imaging tools.
• Ability to type at least 45 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line customer service by greeting visitors, answering calls, responding to emails, and directing inquiries.
• Support departmental operations with data entry, filing, scanning, and preparing correspondence.
• Coordinate and schedule services such as inspections and pre-construction meetings.
• Process administrative documentation by preparing permits and handling Public Records Requests.
• Document inquiries in CRM systems and track responses.
• Maintain electronic and physical records per retention schedules.
• Assist with meetings: agendas, notices, minutes, and logistics for hearings.
• Perform data and records searches for reports and inquiries.

Skills

Office experience

Typing 45 wpm

CRM systems

Education

Related education

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Kitsap County is seeking an Office Support Assistant to join a collaborative team delivering essential public services in Port Orchard, WA. This entry-level role supports county operations, providing information and a welcoming experience to residents and partners.

You will gain hands-on experience in records management, scheduling, and public inquiry coordination, with opportunities for career growth within county government.