Receptionist, Office Assistant ; OA

Receptionist, Office Assistant 3 (OA3)

Part‑time, Permanent, Represented position (WPEA).

Location:

Pacific Cascade Region – Castle Rock, WA.

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

• Greet and assist customers in‑person and via a multi‑line phone system.
• Maintain several check‑in logs.
• Receive and record money, and maintain daily cash.
• Assist with maintaining the Region calendar.
• Schedule conference rooms and conference lines.
• Assist with motor‑pool reservations.
• Process incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail daily.
• Manage multiple shared email inboxes.
• Handle monthly entry, reporting, and tracking of the Mileage Equipment Reports for Region vehicles.
• Provide backup coverage to the Resource Support Group as directed by the supervisor.
• Provide simple and complex miscellaneous administrative support to region staff as directed by the supervisor.

• 2 years of clerical experience.

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self‑starter requiring minimal supervision.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive 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 and requests.
• DNR
  
  Core Competencies:
  
  personal accountability, value others, compassionate communication, inspire others, commitment to excellence.

• Position is located at the Pacific Cascade Region Headquarters Office, Castle Rock, WA; work performed in a typical office setting.
• Occasional travel may be required; overnight stays are eligible for per diem and lodging costs when in travel status.

• Experience multitasking with phone, face‑to‑face customer interaction, and supporting other work groups.
• Strong accountability and ability to meet productivity standards and deadlines.
• Ability to address inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, department procedures, and services.
• Consistent professional oral and written communication skills.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness.
• Work/life balance.
• DNR Employee 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.
• 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.