EXTRA HELP OFFICE ASSISTANT I

About the position

Thurston County is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to fill a part-time Office Assistant I position in Superior Court. This role involves performing a variety of general office tasks, including managing documents, handling incoming calls, providing customer service, and assisting with office functions. The position requires effective communication and organizational skills to support the court's operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with incoming calls daily.
• Provide in-person customer service as needed.
• Distribute bench copies appropriately.
• Open, review, and distribute incoming mail.
• Collect and organize board meeting materials.
• Calendar meetings for office staff as needed.
• Calendar wedding ceremonies for Judges.
• Assist staff with general office functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of general office experience including performing a full range of office support tasks.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and related software for word processing and data management.
• Ability to type 55 words per minute.
• Washington State Driver's License may be required.

Nice-to-haves

• Exercise time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Edit and finalize reports and correspondence accurately.
• Review administrative and operational policies and procedures with limited supervision.
• Set up database programs or other basic information tracking programs.
• Knowledge of the Washington State Court System and its operations.
• Effective communication skills and techniques for correspondence and report writing.
• Excellent organizational, proofreading, and grammar skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Benefits

• Union benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)