Administrative Assistant, Lead

City of Bothell, WA

$79K — $101K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative role, with a focus on training or leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of department policies and procedures.
  • Proven ability to manage projects and improve processes.
  • Experience with creating and editing technical documents and memoranda.
  • Excellent communication skills across various professional settings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate the daily activities of administrative staff.
  • Oversee administrative workflow and manage special projects.
  • Implement process improvement initiatives across departmental areas.
  • Create, edit, and process various forms of communication.
  • Support records management initiatives within the department.

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule options (5/8s) with varied start times.
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  • Participation in sustainability initiatives.
  • Role provides career advancement opportunities within the Public Works Department.
Full Job Description
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 Description
Please 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?
  • Yes
  • No

02

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

03

Please describe one process improvement you have implemented within the last seven years of your professional career. (Word count: 200)
04

Describe an excel project you worked on that you are most proud of.
05

Describe something you have worked on using Microsoft Word that you are most proud of.
06

What are some techniques you have used to stay organized within your professional journey?
07

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)
08

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.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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