The City of Olympia Parks, Arts and Recreation is recruiting for a temporary Office Specialist III. This position is based out of our Maintenance Facility at Priest Point Park and provides administrative support to our maintenance team. The position is temporary (6 months) and will work 30-40 hours a week depending on the work load.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Advanced skills working with a variety of software programs such as the Microsoft Office series, cost accounting and payroll systems. Experience working with work order software is desirable.
• Knowledge of data entry and records management/work order systems.
• Excellent customer service skills with the general public, City staff and co-workers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with a diverse work group, including office workers and field workers.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft office products Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Experience designing effective public outreach/education materials.
• Superior editing/proofreading skills.
• Record of regular and timely attendance.

To apply

• Submit a resume and cover letter by attaching them to your electronic application.
• This recruitment closes 5 pm February 15, 2019.
• Only electronic applications will be accepted. Visit olympiawa.gov/jobs to apply.

Please contact Veronica Hampton-Long at vhampton@ci.olympia.wa.us or 360.753.8428 for questions about the position.