Temporary Clerical and Administrative Pool

The City of Seattle is seeking Temporary Administrative Specialists and Clerical Support staff to support essential business functions across various departments. These roles offer opportunities to make an impact in areas such as public health, safety, transportation, and community building. Temporary positions are available in Administrative Specialist I, II, and III levels, providing flexible full-time or part-time work.

Job Responsibilities:

Administrative Specialist I:

• Serve as a receptionist and manage front desk duties.
• Process mail, issue receipts, file payments, and perform data entry.
• Order office supplies and manage basic clerical tasks.

Administrative Specialist II:

• Provide administrative support to division directors.
• Schedule and maintain calendars, assist with special projects.
• Record and distribute minutes from official meetings.

Administrative Specialist III:

• Act as a liaison with high-level management and officials.
• Compose routine confidential correspondence.
• Manage complex records, both manually and through computer systems.

Qualifications:

• Administrative Specialist I: One year of clerical support experience or equivalent education/training.
• Administrative Specialist II: Two years of clerical support experience or equivalent education/training.
• Administrative Specialist III: Three years of clerical support experience or equivalent education/training.

Desired Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for interaction with various departments and the public.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Salary:

• Administrative Specialist I: $31.07 per hour
• Administrative Specialist II: $33.40 per hour
• Administrative Specialist III: $35.89 per hour

This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity to gain experience in public service while contributing to the City of Seattle’s goals for its community.