Office Assistant ; OA

Office Assistant 3 (OA3)

Recruitment #2026-6-3840/3985
Full‑time, Permanent, Represented positions (WPEA)
Location:
Natural Resources Building – Olympia, WA

Salary: $3,485.00 - $4,633.00 Monthly (includes a 2% wage increase effective July 1, 2026)

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has opportunities within our Wildland Fire Management Division that require a positive attitude, teamwork, strong communication and organizational skills.

• Answer a multi‑line phone and fire reporting line
• Clerical support
• Make travel arrangements
• Data entry
• Review and verify reimbursement documents

You must meet all the required qualifications and competencies to be considered for this position. Multiple pathways may apply, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Clearly communicate in your application how your skills align with these qualifications.

• Two years of administrative, clerical, or office experience.
• Experience reviewing documents, using basic math, and providing good customer service.

• Desire to learn department programs.
• Possesses friendly and professional communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention.
• DNR Core Competencies
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• This position is in a shared office space setting on the 4th floor of the Natural Resources Building.
• No travel is required with this position.

• Experience in making travel preparations for others.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness.
• Work/life balance.
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.).
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups.
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Educational and career development aid.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility.
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments.
• A comprehensive benefits package including employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days.

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources 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 disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.