Office Assistant | Othello HS/McFarland MS

Title:

100J-YN – Office Assistant 3

Business Title:

Office Assistant Othello HS/McFarland MS

Additional Titles:

Location:

WSU TRI-CITIES CAMPUS

Employee Type:

Classified

Job Family:

Civil Service – OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

Under general supervision of the GEAR UP Site Manager, the Office Assistant performs a variety of projects, assignments and clerical support functions for Othello High School and McFarland Middle School. The Office Assistant performs a variety of complex clerical and administrative support duties in support of the GEAR UP programs in the Othello School District. The incumbent serves as an initial point of contact for the office providing information to staff, students, parents, clients and the general public regarding policies and services. Additionally, the Office Assistant provides fiscal support, communications and publications support to include preparing, proofing and editing a variety of materials in preparation for printing and distribution. Will be responsible for ordering supplies and assists with coordination of various GEAR UP events. Position requires frequent contact with clients, the public, university, district staff, faculty and students. Other duties as assigned.

This position is housed out of WSU Tri-Cities with a work location in Othello, WA.

Required Qualifications:

High School graduation or equivalent and two years of clerical experience; OR equivalent education/experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge and or experience with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook; Google Workspace; Adobe products; and the internet.

• Demonstrated knowledge and or experience preparing, proofing and/or editing communication materials such as brochures, newsletters and marketing publications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA degree preferred.

• Customer service experience. 

• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Experience in a busy office support setting requiring multi-tasking. 

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Excellent edit/proofreading and data entry skills.

Additional Information:

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/.

Please contact HRS at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Department Name:

Office of K-12 Outreach & Partnerships GEAR UP

Department Link:

http:// earlyoutreach.wsu.edu /

City, State, Zip:

Othello, WA

Monthly Salary:

Salary range 34, $2.827.00 – $3,650.00 Successful candidates typically begin at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28 or applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

FTE:

100%

This is a Permanent position.

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by October 14, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Required Documents:

1) Resume

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact information for three (3) professional references

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu .