Senior Administrative Assistant to Chief of Secure Operations

State of Washington; Steilacoom (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional $10/day premium pay

Free ORCA transit card

On-site premium pay 5% for 3+ days

Job summary

The State of Washington’s Department of Social and Health Services – SCC Administrative Assistant 3 role supports the Chief of Secure Residential Operations by handling a range of administrative duties to keep the chief’s work flowing effectively. You will use judgment to prioritize tasks, coordinate complex workflows, and liaise across managers and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have strong organizational skills, good time management, and a customer-service mindset, with

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work.
• An associate’s degree may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Chief of Secure Residential Operations and chain of command.
• Prioritize, establish, and modify workflow for assigned tasks.
• Coordinate, assign, instruct; track, research, review, correct, follow up, and compile complex admin functions.
• Assist with hiring and confidential personnel activities.
• Serve as liaison between the Chief, managers, and line staff.
• Coordinate information on new employees, visitors, contractors, and job applicants.

Skills

Strong organization

Prioritize work

Time management

Customer service

Team oriented

Education

Associate’s degree in business/public administration

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Visio

Internet applications

Job description

The State of Washington’s Department of Social and Health Services – SCC Administrative Assistant 3 role supports the Chief of Secure Residential Operations by handling a range of administrative duties to keep the chief’s work flowing effectively. You will use judgment to prioritize tasks, coordinate complex workflows, and liaise across managers and staff in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have strong organizational skills, good time management, and a customer-service mindset, with