Join the Yakima Police Department as an Administrative Assistant to the Police Chief! This essential role provides direct support to the Chief and the department to help facilitate operations. The successful candidate must have technical application skills, communication skills, be dependable with the ability to meet deadlines, and able to work collaboratively in a professional public safety environment that requires discretion and confidentiality. Apply today!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under limited supervision as a confidential assistant to the Police Chief, works independently within established procedures, performs a variety of responsible office accounting and administrative tasks within the Police Department. Applies considerable independent judgment and discretion in making decisions, resolving unusual problems, interpreting extensive guidelines, regulations and policies, dealing with the public and working on special reports and projects.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative support or office management experience. Ability to type 50 wpm is required. Administrative support experience with the Yakima Police Department is preferred.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES:
Notary Public license within 6 months of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s License.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth.
The City offers a competitive benefit package including*:
- Salary schedule $30.01 - $36.39 Hourly
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- FREE healthcare clinic!
- WA State PERS pension plan
- 3% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
- Leave Accruals:
- Vacation – Starting at 8 hours/month
- Sick – 8 hours/month
- Personal holiday – 3 days
- Observed holiday – 11 holidays
- Up to 5% Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish special pay
- Much more!
View the complete job description and application requirements at www.yakimawa.gov/jobs
Closes 11/15/24
EOE