Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission 

AGENCY PROFILE                                                                                                        

State Parks is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve staggered six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system includes more than 100 developed parks, recreation programs, trails, boating safety and winter recreation.

                  
Our Mission 
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington’s most treasured lands, waters and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives. 

Our Vision 
Washington’s state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.

Washington State Parks employs more than 500 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee and Tumwater.

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This announcement is for one full-time, non-permanent Office Assistant 3 position for the Boating Program at the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission’s Administrative Building located on Tilley Road in Olympia, WA.

The expected duration of this non-permanent appointment is 5 months, (May – September)

For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

Under the supervision of the Administrative Assistant 3 (AA3) this position supports the day-to-day operations of the recreational boating program during peak season. This position is required to independently prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met while completing tasks on time.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Review documents, records, or applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with rules; determines and explains action necessary to achieve compliance or approval.
• Composes office correspondence such as requests for documentation and responses to requests for information; devises, evaluates, and revises forms for internal use.
• Reviews and verifies fiscal reports for accuracy; investigates and corrects errors to ensure compliance with established procedures and policies.
• Uses basic arithmetic to perform computations.
• Establishes and maintains complex electronic or manual file systems or data base files.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation, compilation, and coordination of reports and records such as financial, payroll, labor distribution, equipment usage, purchasing, inventory, personnel scheduling, registration, and testing.
• Prepares tables, charts, and graphs as required.
• Performs complex Word processing tasks such as merging and sorting, integrating text with graphics, spreadsheets, data base files, uploading/downloading, creating footnotes and outlines.
• Uses spreadsheet and data bases software to develop and maintain records.
• Orders, receives, and maintains inventory, including, but not limited to, life vests, vessel registration checklists, office supplies, and outreach items.
• Process material requests from customers including mailing boxes that weigh up to 20 lbs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience providing assistance to customers regarding inquiries, complaints, or problems.
• One (1) year of experience with data entry and database applications.
• Valid (unrestricted except for corrective lenses) driver’s license.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• The ability to lift items weighing 20 pounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree or Equivalent.

HOW TO APPLY

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov. Use reference number 03445 when searching for the job announcement. You must attach or embed in your application the following:

• Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
• Current resume.
• Three professional references.

All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.

Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including “please see resume” may disqualify you from further consideration.

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  For more information: https://wfse.org/

Diversity Policy Statement

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment – one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members’ contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:

• Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability;
• Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences;
• Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society;
• Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future; and
• Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens.

The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of Washington State.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement  in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this position, please contact Kendralee Harris at Kendralee.Harris@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902-8832