Field Assistant III - WEA MidState

Washington Education Association

$88K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent.
  • Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or advanced record keeping.
  • Proficient with Microsoft 365 and accounting software.
  • Skilled in managing email lists, website updates, and social media.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience working with diverse communities and underrepresented groups.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare financial reports and manage bank reconciliations.
  • Maintain general ledgers, equipment inventories, and insurance coverage.
  • Coordinate documents for audits and regulatory filings.
  • Assist in budget preparation and monitoring for the Council.
  • Track various grants and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
  • Maintain membership records and process dues billing.
  • Organize Council meetings and track action items.

Benefits

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for the entire family.
  • Generous sick and paid time off (PTO).
  • Long-term disability plan provided.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
  • Defined Benefit pension plan available.
  • Relocation assistance offered.
Full Job Description
Benefits and Compensation:

  • Salary range (CATEGORY 3) - $88,059 to $120,914
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (full family coverage)
  • Generous sick and paid time off (PTO)
  • Long-term disability plan
  • Defined Contribution plan - 401(k) (with employer contribution)
  • Defined Benefit plan
  • Relocation assistance
  • Position covered by the WEA/WEASO Collective Bargaining Agreement


Responsibilities:

  • Prepare financial reports, bank reconciliations, and deposits as required.
  • Maintain general ledger, equipment inventory, lease agreements, and building and equipment insurance coverage.
  • Coordinate and prepare documents for the annual audit, regulatory and tax filings, and other reports as needed.
  • Assist the Council President and Treasurer in the preparation, monitoring, reporting, and presentation of council budgets.
  • Track and assist with reporting of various grants.
  • Identify, track, and ensure compliance of regulated expenditures reportable to the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC).
  • Collect, record, and maintain information pertaining to membership dues, dues status, and demographic data; provide reports when necessary.
  • Prepare monthly billing of membership for District payroll and process dues.
  • Help process and maintain membership records for members.
  • Provide budget and QuickBooks training and assistance to Local Treasurers and the Locals' associate staff member.
  • Help organize Council's annual retreat; build agendas for various Council meetings; track and follow through with meeting action items and deadlines; attend Governance meetings and record official minutes.
  • Maintain permanent records of the Council.
  • Work with other staff to manage building facility, including office security, technology, and scheduling.
  • Prepare professional and effective communications for Council business.
  • Assist with Local and Council communications, including emails and websites.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school graduate or GED equivalent.
  • Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative assignments involving advanced record keeping and knowledge of accounting practices and accepted accounting procedures.
  • Competence with Microsoft 365 and accounting software.
  • Experience with maintaining email lists, updating websites, and social media.
  • Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience providing exemplary customer service, including experience in dealing with members or customers.
  • Demonstrated history and/or experience working with communities of color and/or with historically underrepresented groups.
  • Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
  • Strong organizational skills; self-starter; proficient at multi-tasking.
  • Work in person in the WEA MidState office in Yakima, WA.


COVID-19 Vaccination

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees, members, and councils, all candidates must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status upon hire. Exceptions may be made for medical or religious reasons in accordance with applicable laws.

Supervision

The successful incumbent will function as a member of the Advocacy & Organizing Center and will report to the Co-Directors of Advocacy and Organizing.

Application:
  • If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on the Apply for This Job button to submit your application, cover letter, and resume.
  • If you are invited to an interview, you will receive an email from SkillSurvey with instructions and a link on how-to submit your five (5) professional references.
  • Closing date is September 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM PT.

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