City of Ridgefield Hiring for Temporary Administrative Assistant – Public Works at Ridgefield, WA Full Time

WAGE RANGE: $23.68 – $31.18/hour (2023 Wages)

CLOSING DATE: January 24, 2023

INTERVIEW DATE: January 31, 2023

FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE:
This is a part-time, temporary position in the Public Works Department. Work schedule hours are very flexible with a preference for 20+ hours per week including mid-day coverage.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Ridgefield is looking for an energetic Temporary Administrative Assistant to perform a variety of technical, routine and non-routine services for the Public Works Operations Center. The Temporary Administrative Assistant:

Independently performs routine and more complex clerical and administrative support work including filing, database management, data gathering and compilation, word processing and use of other department specific software systems, composes routine correspondence, and prepares reports.

Assist with general customer service as the first point of contact for staff, visitors and callers to the Public Works Department.

Serves as a resource and provides information to the public and other City departments based on knowledge of department services, policies and practices.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:
The City of Ridgefield’s Public Works Department supports the community’s quality of life and economic vitality by managing the planning, design, construction, and operation of all City-owned public infrastructure to meet the needs of the community. The Department has responsibility for designing, managing construction of, and maintaining, a variety of key assets including streets, sidewalks, water rights/wells, stormwater facilities, community parks, and even a City cemetery.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
The City of Ridgefield offers paid holidays, flexible scheduling, and monthly accrual of paid time off.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Any combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the level of required knowledge and abilities may be considered.

The City is seeking an experienced and professional Temporary Administrative Assistant with:

High school diploma or equivalent;

Two years of work experience involving significant interaction with the general public, with experience in a local government entity preferred;

Knowledge of modern office procedures and systems including technology;

Ability to learn, manage projects, work independently and effectively on multiple tasks with interruptions, be self-motivated, and have strong communication and problem-solving skills.

All employees are expected to work in a manner consistent with the City of Ridgefield’s Team Philosophy: work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees; provide a high level of customer service at all times; project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work; develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships; and consistently provide quality service.

The final candidate will be required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation.

HOW TO APPLY and SELECTION PROCESS:
Interested candidates must submit the following materials:
A completed Application for Employment.

A cover letter explaining why the candidate is interested in the job position, strengths and weaknesses in the job, and a short summary of why the candidate is qualified for the position.

The Application for Employment can be submitted on-line at: https://ridgefieldwa.us/government/job-opportunities.

More information about the Public Works Department is available on the City’s website at www.ridgefieldwa.us or by calling Human Resources 360-887-3557.

The City of Ridgefield is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, grow, and do their best work here. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable, welcoming and that provides the best possible services for our community.

This announcement is meant only as a general descriptive recruitment guide. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and is not a complete description of the job.