Administrative Assistant

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University, a regional public university with more than 10,000 students, is one of six state‑funded four‑year institutions of higher education in Washington. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in‑demand careers. EWU’s 300‑acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Spokane.

Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy‑efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

EWU has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24‑’25 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement:
At Eastern Washington University, we recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that share the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to our cultural heritage. We honor tribal sovereignty and support the Native American community.

We are currently seeking a skilled and team‑oriented Administrative Assistant 2 within the Campus Police Department. This part‑time, benefit‑eligible position interacts with a diverse clientele inside and outside the university, including students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members. The ideal candidate will be customer focused, work independently, and be a team player, an excellent listener and communicator. This role represents the university and campus police, maintaining a professional, outgoing, and helpful attitude and demeanor.

EWU encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

The salary for this position is $22,434 – $29,892 for 20 hours per week and is eligible for EWU’s comprehensive benefit package, including health, life, disability, and retirement insurance, vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays, tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted sports tickets, access to campus facilities, and free transportation via STA buses.

Applications are open until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin immediately. All materials will be held in strict confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to work well with, and be sensitive to, people from diverse backgrounds and all ages.
• Strong attention to detail, as well as organizational and time‑management skills.
• Proficiency using MS Office products.
• Must pass police department background investigation, including state and federal checks.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that supports the needs of our students, faculty, staff, and the public, including universal access.

• Familiarity with law enforcement and police department operations.

Office Support / Department Records Manager (Percent of Time: 80)

• Answers telephones; receives and refers visitors; resolves problems and responds to inquiries regarding department procedures and services.
• Assists with Livescan fingerprint program.
• Assists with record retention, archiving, and destruction per Washington State retention schedules.
• Supports lost and found program.
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