WSDOT: Secretary Senior - King County - Flexible/Hybrid

Employer: Washington State Department of Transportation

Job Description:
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is eager to hire a Secretary Senior to help support WSDOT’s mission. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. As the Secretary Senior, this position provides a variety of administrative support to the Northwest Region (NWR) Materials Lab which is integral to the design and construction of WSDOT projects across the region. The successful candidate appointed to this unique position will serve a vital role in support of WSDOT’s mission to provide safe, reliable, and cost effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Secretary Senior will:
Ensure that work is completed accurately and within designated timelines and schedules.
Conduct front office procedures and coordinate clerical functions within the NWR Materials Lab office.
Make travel arrangements for NWR Materials Lab employees, including creating itineraries and making hotel and rental car reservations.
Assist the region’s compliance with records management, retention, and destruction policies.
Conduct and assist with timekeeping, accurately applying rules related to state policies, collective bargaining agreements, and internal controls.
Assist NWR Materials Lab staff with purchasing. Review and reconcile credit card purchases through the Purchasing Card Management System (PCMS) on a weekly basis to verify transactions.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
High School Diploma or GED
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible office experience requiring keyboarding or typing.
Knowledge of clerical functions and familiarity with electronic filing systems.
Proficient computer skills, including using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, the Internet, and web-based applications.
Knowledge of effective customer service principles, including professional and courteous communication and etiquette.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Previous experience doing clerical, timekeeping, and/or customer service work.
Knowledge of Washington State retention, destruction, and archival processes.
Previous experience with WSDOT purchasing procedures.
Familiarity with scanning, indexing, and filing naming conventions.

Important Notes
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
This position offers flexible/hybrid work options
The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
The recruiting efforts for this position may be extended beyond the displayed closing date for as long and until a sufficient candidate pool has been established. The Appointing Authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time thereafter. It is to your benefit to submit your application as soon as possible.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT
Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options, and free dental coverage! Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
An attached Cover Letter that further details your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact information to be included in the “References” section of the online application for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in, or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter via email.

Contact us:
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Eric Saniatan, at [email protected]. Please be sure to reference 23DOT-NWR-10472 in the subject line.

Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

Contact Person: Eric Sanlatan
Email: [email protected]
Location: • ,
Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay: $36,414 - $48,144 annually


Posted on April 11, 2023

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