Salary : $79,995.71 - $101,704.35 Annually
Location : Bothell Operation Center: 21233 20th Ave. SE, Bothell, WA
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 26-00273
Department: Public Works
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Position DescriptionPlease note: Application may not be accepted if it is incomplete. Adding your resume and/or cover letter in lieu of the application may not be accepted as well.
The City of Bothell's Public Works Department presents an exciting opportunity for administrative experts to join a dedicated, enthusiastic team of professionals in our Administrative Division at the Bothell Operations Center as the next
Administrative Assistant, Lead!
Recruitment information:- Options for schedule: 5/8s (start time ranges from 7:00 am - 8:00 am)
- Position will close Friday, September 25, 2026 at 12:00 pm
What will you do in this position?- Act as a Lead to the Administrative Assistant positions. This includes scheduling and prioritizing work tasks, assigning and coordinating daily work activities, performing duties within scope of authority, and training.
- Apply specific knowledge of department policies and procedures to oversee administrative workflow, manage special projects and assignments, and relieve staff of routine administrative detail.
- Manage special projects and assignments and initiates process improvement initiatives across a wide range of areas, requiring comprehensive knowledge of departmental procedures and policies.
- Create, edit, and process memoranda, technical documents, and other communications.
- Support records management and retention initiatives by working with Administrative Assistants to maintain department files.
A successful candidate in this position will:- Learn and adapt to new tools and systems with ease to support work efficiency.
- Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally across a variety of settings.
- Establish and maintain trust by acting with consistency, openness, and reliability.
- Own outcomes and take responsibility for meeting deadlines and expectations.
- Contribute to a workplace culture where everyone feels welcomed and included.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships across departments and disciplines.
- Support sustainability and long-term value in decision-making.
- Integrate feedback constructively to improve efficiency and service quality.
To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, .
Are you a current City of Bothell employee?
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How many years of experience do you have in providing training and instruction to others?
- 2 or more years of experience.
- 1 year of experience.
- Less than 1 year of experience.
- No experience
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Please describe one process improvement you have implemented within the last seven years of your professional career. (Word count: 200)
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Describe an excel project you worked on that you are most proud of.
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Describe something you have worked on using Microsoft Word that you are most proud of.
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What are some techniques you have used to stay organized within your professional journey?
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What are three actions you take when unexpected assignments arise and require you to change your work plans for the day or week? (Answer Format: 3 sentences maximum)
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I certify that all statements above are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements will be sufficient cause for removal from the hiring process and/or termination.
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