What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant, Cowlitz Hydro position at City of Tacoma?
JOB
Tacoma Power's largest electricity generating facility on the Cowlitz River is accepting applications to fill an Administrative Assistant vacancy. The vacancy is in Mossyrock, Washington, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes South of Tacoma.
The Cowlitz River hydroelectric generation facility produces enough renewable hydroelectric energy to serve more than 135,000 Northwest homes from the water stored behind Mayfield and Mossyrock dams. Built in 1963, Mayfield Dam forms 13-mile-long Mayfield Lake. Mossyrock Dam, built in 1968, stands 606 feet above bedrock and is the tallest dam in Washington state. The dam forms 23.5-mile-long Riffe Lake.
In addition to producing hydroelectric power, the Cowlitz River Project provides outstanding recreational opportunities, nearly 14,000 acres of lands managed for wildlife habitat and a fisheries program that includes the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery.
Administrative Assistants use independent judgment in performing professional administrative functions by reviewing routine work of staff for completeness, accuracy, and to ensure compliance with laws, rules, policies, procedures and standards. The Administrative Assistant handles confidential materials, coordinates personnel actions; assist with projects or programs and coordinates work within a department, between departments, and with the public and/or other governmental entities.
City of Tacoma Recruitment Information:
One of the primary goals of the City of Tacoma Equity and Empowerment Initiative is that the City of Tacoma workforce reflects the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and we welcome candidates with diverse and/or multicultural skill sets and personal experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:\There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer's responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position. Depending upon assignment occasional travel within a 30-mile radius may be required; Individuals must pass a background check. Some positions may require incumbents to successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check.
One of the primary goals of the Equity and Empowerment Initiative is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly Rate: $32.72 - $39.77
Annual Salary: $68,057.60- $82,721.60
Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Local Union 483 IBEW, Clerical Unit. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during this process, please contact Human Resources at (253) 591-5400.
Get Assistance
For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
Tacoma Power's largest electricity generating facility on the Cowlitz River is accepting applications to fill an Administrative Assistant vacancy. The vacancy is in Mossyrock, Washington, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes South of Tacoma.
The Cowlitz River hydroelectric generation facility produces enough renewable hydroelectric energy to serve more than 135,000 Northwest homes from the water stored behind Mayfield and Mossyrock dams. Built in 1963, Mayfield Dam forms 13-mile-long Mayfield Lake. Mossyrock Dam, built in 1968, stands 606 feet above bedrock and is the tallest dam in Washington state. The dam forms 23.5-mile-long Riffe Lake.
In addition to producing hydroelectric power, the Cowlitz River Project provides outstanding recreational opportunities, nearly 14,000 acres of lands managed for wildlife habitat and a fisheries program that includes the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery.
Administrative Assistants use independent judgment in performing professional administrative functions by reviewing routine work of staff for completeness, accuracy, and to ensure compliance with laws, rules, policies, procedures and standards. The Administrative Assistant handles confidential materials, coordinates personnel actions; assist with projects or programs and coordinates work within a department, between departments, and with the public and/or other governmental entities.
City of Tacoma Recruitment Information:
One of the primary goals of the City of Tacoma Equity and Empowerment Initiative is that the City of Tacoma workforce reflects the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and we welcome candidates with diverse and/or multicultural skill sets and personal experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Associate's degree and a minimum of two years of increasingly responsible office work experience.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:\There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer's responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position. Depending upon assignment occasional travel within a 30-mile radius may be required; Individuals must pass a background check. Some positions may require incumbents to successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check.
- Please note: Related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
One of the primary goals of the Equity and Empowerment Initiative is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly Rate: $32.72 - $39.77
Annual Salary: $68,057.60- $82,721.60
Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
Application & Examination Process
This recruitment is being managed by HR Analyst, Kye Merritt.
Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.
Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Local Union 483 IBEW, Clerical Unit. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during this process, please contact Human Resources at (253) 591-5400.
Get Assistance
For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
Salary : $68,058 - $82,722