Minimum Qualifications
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3 or more years of general administrative experience handling sensitive information.
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Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
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Typing minimum of 50 words per minute, with accuracy.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.
Knowledge Requirements
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General office procedures, practices, and etiquette.
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Grammar rules.
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Customer Service.
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Time management, multi-tasking, and adjusting to changing priorities.
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Familiarity with record and file management systems.
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Business procedures and correspondence.
Skill Requirements
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Fostering an inclusive workplace by upholding Community Transit’s core values in support of the organization’s vision and mission. Inspiring team commitment, pride, and trust while promoting cooperation and motivating members to achieve shared goals. Demonstrating courtesy, sensitivity, and respect in all interactions.
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Strong verbal and written communication.
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Time management, multi-tasking, and adjusting to changing priorities
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Exercising good judgment, to discern when to take problems to a higher authority for resolution or guidance.
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Scheduling.
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Data and record management.
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Handling sensitive and confidential data with discretion.
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Taking and transcribing meeting minutes.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
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Experience working in the Public Sector or Transportation industry.
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Knowledge of Community Transit policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Hybrid may be available. Availability is at management discretion and may not be available for this position based on the nature of the work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the use of office equipment and technology. You will be required to move throughout and between different office buildings and may need to complete tasks in noisy environments. You may also be required to lift and carry materials up to 10 pounds occasionally.
Application and Selection Process
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Only on-line applications accepted.
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Applicants for this job may be considered for other openings up to six months after the date this position is filled.
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Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge, and skills for the position. The evaluation process may include interviews, background check, reference checks and various performance tests.
Employee Benefits
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Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
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Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan.
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In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue of 24 days of Paid Time off (192 hours) in their first year and ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
If you are related to or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee, please let your Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position may be affected.
Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds, Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on a basis prohibited by Federal, State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.
