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Administrative Assistant 5State of Washington • Lacey, Washington, USA
Administrative Assistant 5

Administrative Assistant 5

State of Washington • Lacey, Washington, USA
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Description

Respect. Professionalism. Integrity. Accountability.

Help protect the consumers of Washington state!

Administrative Assistant 5

Salary Consideration :

For this position Step A is $60132 per year and Step L is $78912. The high end of the salary range Step M is $80820 and is typically a longevity step. All employees will progress to Step M six years after being assigned to Step L in their permanent salary range.

This recruitment is open until Friday November 28 2025 at 11 : 59pm.

UTC reserves the right to make a hiring decision and / or choose to close or extend this recruitment at any given time after seven (7) days. Submitted applications could be used to fill comparable positions that open within the next 60 days.

The Opportunity :

As the Administrative Assistant 5 you will play a pivotal role in supporting the executive director and executive commission office in all administrative practices to efficiently support program and operational administrative needs. You will provide a high level of administrative and executive support with strict confidentiality.

This position also supports the legislative and policy divisions and exercises delegated decision-making authority on administrative matters on behalf of the executive director. The work is dynamic fast-paced and central to the agencys leadership demanding exceptional judgment communication and organizational skills. Its an excellent opportunity for someone who values variety thrives in a collaborative mission-driven environment and takes pride in ensuring seamless executive-level operations.

Hybrid :

Although this is a hybrid opportunity the successful incumbent must reside within Washington state and must be available to report to the Lacey Washington headquarters building as needed.

Travel :

Travel may be necessary to attend training meetings at other locations.

The duty station for this position is UTCs Lacey headquarters office. Employees are not compensated for travel time between their residence and the duty station.

Our Mission :

To protect the people of Washington by ensuring that investor-owned utility and transportation services are safe equitable available reliable and fairly priced.

Vision :

We strive to achieve equitable and fair outcomes for both consumers and regulated companies. We prioritize inclusion and belonging in the workplace.

For more information about our benefits or working at UTC please visit our website .

What We Offer Our Employees :

  • UTC fosters an environment of diversity equity inclusion and belonging while striving to hire and retain a workforce from the communities we serve.
  • We place importance on a healthybalance between personal and professional lives; offering flexible work schedules wellness programs and mobile / telework opportunities.
  • Through the state our employees (and their families) are offered options for medical dental vision and basic life insurance.
  • We offer enrollment into the state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan.
  • Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Duties

What Youll Do :

  • Provide confidential executive administrative support to the executive director including handling correspondence and representing them in meetings when delegated.
  • Coordinate and manage executive directors calendar prioritize appointments and coordinate meetings. Coordinate and communicate with internal leadership or external partners demonstrating sound judgement responsiveness and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Organize meetings and events including preparing agendas materials notes and follow-up actions.
  • Support program-wide administrative systems and records management ensuring processes are efficient and compliant with agency standards.
  • Draft prepare and track correspondence reports and presentations for the executive director.
  • Serve as the HR liaison for coordinating recruitment onboarding and performance management documentation.
  • Coordinate agency policy updates ensuring accuracy consistency and timely completion.
  • Coordinate travel timesheets purchasing and expense approvals as needed.
  • Participate in the Extended Leadership Team coordinating agendas scheduling and participating in meetings.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Provide back-up support to the chair and commissioners as needed including scheduling travel and meeting preparation.
  • Monitor regulatory deadlines and assist with filings testimony and policy materials.
  • Communicate with the public and regulated entities while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with Open Public Meetings Act and ex parte rules.
  • Coordinate commissioner briefings workshops and hearings with administrative law and policy divisions.
  • Schedule legislative team meetings and coordinate fiscal note training during session.
  • Assist with special projects research and data compilation as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Required Qualifications :

  • A minimum of four (4) years progressive experience as a lead administrative assistant executive assistant confidential secretary or similar with increasing responsibilities and delegated duties. (A combination of experience and education may substitute for experience).
  • Proficient user in Microsoft Outlook; with advanced ability to compose send and respond to email and use email functions such as calendars and meeting requests.
  • Experience composing editing and proofreading materials using Microsoft Office such as Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook SharePoint and Teams.
  • Experience with calendar management note-taking and letter or policy writing for leadership professionals at a medium or large organization.
  • Experience in making travel arrangements meeting coordination proofreading and preparing business correspondence.
  • Experience following and adhering to confidentiality practices in the context of supportive tasks.
  • Experience following and monitoring the adherence to organization-wide policies processes and / or practices.
  • Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

  • Knowledge of state government organization and administrative procedures; federal and local government functions; office methods and procedures; research methods and data collection; State and agency functional and personnel policies.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects coordinate teams and juggle multiple tasks with short deadlines and competing demands.
  • Ability to clearly convey information in writing with attention to details in drafting formal documents. Strong ability to communicate orally with presenting information internally and representing agency to events.
  • Ability to effectively compile and review written reports obtain the cooperation of other departments and other government agencies work effectively with others.
  • Robust interpersonal skills with a deep ability to build relationships earn the trust respect and gain the confidence of coworkers and customers through consistent honesty forthrightness and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with commissioners leadership at all levels department staff other governmental agencies elected officials and the public.
  • Demonstration of :

    Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI)Competencies (expected of all employees) :

  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
  • EDI Knowledge Understanding &Commitment.
  • Self-Awareness and Commitment toGrowth.
  • Cultivating Mutually Beneficial and Trusting StrategicPartnerships.
  • Inclusive Excellence& Allyship.
  • UTC Core Competencies (expected of all employees) :

  • Accountability
  • Measuring Success and Improvement
  • Customer Focus
  • Results Focus
  • Communication Skills
  • Adaptability / Flexibility
  • Self-Development
  • Continuous Process Improvement
  • Desired Qualifications :

  • Three (3) years experience providing direct administrative support to an executive manager in the public sector or a regulated industry.
  • Drafting editing and finalizing executive correspondence.
  • Advanced experience and knowledge of Washington State travel regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information
  • Project management and coordinating team-based activities.
  • Working experience and knowledge of legal terms forms and documents and how to process them.
  • Practical understanding of and experience with the processes and documentation required for legal hearings public meetings and rulemaking.
  • Supplemental Information

    READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY :

  • This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
  • RCW 80.01.020 limits the UTCs ability to employ any person who owns stock in any company the UTC regulates or is otherwise financially interested in such company. Such interests include those of an employees spouse.
  • How to Apply :

    Interested in joining the UTC team Click the Apply button at the top to begin! To be considered for further screening ensure you attach the following documents to your completed application :

  • Letter of Interest - describing how you meet the position qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate.
  • Resume - detailing your applicable competencies experience and education.
  • References - At minimum three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers and email addresses must be included with your application; one (1) contact MUST be your current or most recent supervisor.
  • The initial screening of candidates will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application including answers provided to the Supplemental Questionnaire along with the required attachments - letter of interest resume and references submitted as part of the application process.

    Please note see resume will not substitute for completing the work experience section of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

    If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify consider again! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the UTC we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the candidate needed for this or other roles.

    All information may be verified; additional documentation may be may be disqualified if the education and / or work experience does not include information used to meet the minimum qualifications of the job.

    The UTC is an equal opportunity employer. We want to make sure you have an equal opportunity to join our team. Our commitment is making sure current and future employees are treated fairly and equally without regard to age sex (including gender identity) race ethnicity disability sexual orientation veteran status marital status or religious or political affiliation.

    Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact For TTY service please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-.

    For more information about the UTC please visit :

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