This is a half-time position (20 hours per week) and reports to the City Clerk.
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual with experience in processing public records requests, eager to make a positive impact on the organization and community. This person will be committed to excellence in customer service and have strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills to handle highly visible and time-sensitive work. Ability to compile request metrics for monthly and quarterly reports and follow developments in Public Records Act case law and best practices is key. Public records officer, paralegal and/or municipal clerk certification are desirable.
The City offers a competitive benefit package including:
· Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and dependents
· Life Insurance
· Long term disability insurance
· Employee Assistance Program
· WA State PERS retirement plan
· Matching contributes to Social Security
· $200 matching contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
· Commute Trip Reduction Incentive Program
Time off for half-time employee:
· Vacation – Starting at 4.5 hours/month
· Sick – 4 hours/month
· 12 paid holidays
· 1 floating holiday upon completion of probation
Open until filled. Cutoff for first review of applications: 8 am, July 30, 2026
For more information, visit www.bainbridgewa.gov/jobs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $38.53 - $48.34 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
