Administrative Assistant II

The salary for this position is: $4,902 - $6,521 monthly.

Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant II
for our Fiscal Division.

As an Administrative Assistant II, you will be a key team member on a fast‑paced, collaborative team, providing a full range of administrative and technical support to the Senior Management Analyst in the Fiscal Division. You will serve as a point of contact for the team and department for a range of requests and information gathering, providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact by contributing to process improvements, shaping policies and procedures, and supporting critical Fiscal Office operations. If you are a detail‑oriented professional, ready to bring your process improvement and administrative expertise to a mission‑driven environment, we would love to hear from you!

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide full administrative and technical support for the Fiscal Office including functions relating to the development and monitoring of departmental budgets, policy and procedures, and process improvements
• Prepare financial records; compile data and prepare estimates, statements, statistical reports, billings, and other business reports
• Research and draft recommendations on policies, procedures, and activities within the Department/Fiscal Office
• Perform research and compile data
• Design databases and other programs to track and analyze information and prepares materials for presentations, as needed
• Handle inquiries and requests by citizens, the Commissioner's Office, or other offices/departments
• Serve as a contact point for requests, information gathering, and problem solving
• Assist in resolving complaints or requests
• Coordinate projects between staff members, and follow up with staff on issues/projects on behalf of the supervisor
• May approve routine expenditures
• Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations

To view the full job classification, :

• Work Environment - Quiet office setting in Olympia, Washington
• Schedule - Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. This is an in‑person position.
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions with Thurston County staff and the public

Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is Thurston County’s local health jurisdiction and human services department and is responsible for protecting the health and promoting the well‑being of all people who live, work, and play in Thurston County. We value diversity and strive to foster a sense of belonging, honoring the unique experiences, cultures, skills, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our employees and community.

As an agency actively working to address health equity, we aspire for everyone to have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their individual circumstances.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.

Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

• Work‑Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre‑tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more…