• Job Description

  Req#: 5341396
  Salary: $3,925.00 - $5,271.00 Monthly
  Location : Yakima County - Union Gap, WA
  Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 2026-04073
  Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services
  Division: HCLA
  Opening Date: 05/14/2026
  Closing Date: 5/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
  Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
  
  Description
  
  HCLA HCS Administrative Assistant 3
  The Residential Community Services (RCS) within Home Community Living Administration (HCLA) at DSHS is hiring for an Administrative Assistant 3 to join the Union Gap team.
  This position provides administrative and secretarial support to Field Managers and staff who are responsible for regulatory quality assurance for licensed adult family homes, assisted living facilities and nursing homes; serves as a back-up to the Regional Administrator's AA4. Delegated responsibilities include maintaining communications with State and Federal entities, establishing, implementing, and maintaining office system related to processing reports and entering data into computer systems and meeting, tracking, and analyzing internal and external performance measures.
  Please note that this is a hybrid position and the in-office requirement would be 2-3 days a week.
  Some of what you will do:
  
  • Coordinate and schedule meetings, prepare meeting materials, presentations, and attend meetings to assist, track, and report feedback from commission members and agency partners.
  • Assist in coordination, organization, and/or direction to support the planning and implementation of program activities.
  • Review and manage incoming mail, e-mail, and faxes for regional administrator.
  • Act as a public point of contact: monitoring and responding to incoming communications through email, and phone.
  • Perform administrative paperwork and coordinate all processes for developing new positions and hiring, coordinating and facilitating the completion of all hiring processes.
  • Coordinate new employee orientation that includes cubicle set up, IT set up, identification and access badge, cell phone and other required needs to ensure new employees have what they need to begin work.
  • Orient and assist new staff on office procedures, administrative policies, practices and computer systems.
  • Responsible for coordination of activities for exiting employees that include cubicle cleaning up, returning cell phones, cancelling phones, getting access badges returned, and all other exit procedures.
  • Organize, coordinate, and prepare travel arrangements, logistics, facilities, and reimbursements.
  • Assist with scheduling and reserving rooms for training intended for staff, training preparation include - printing and compiling training materials, enrolling participants, distributing training materials, and other technical tasks as needed.
  
  If this is your area of expertise and interest, we encourage you to apply!
  
  Who should apply?
  
  
  • High school graduation or GED.
  AND
  
  
  • Three years of progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work.
  OR
  
  • Formal education will substitute year-for-year for experience.
  
  
  Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
  
  • Proven ability to independently set priorities, streamline workflows, and manage tasks to achieve objectives efficiently and on schedule.
  • Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office programs with skill and expertise.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling clear and professional interactions with management, team members, beneficiaries, and the broader public.
  • Skilled in making reasonable judgements in a complex and changing organizational environment.
  • Washington State Government experience related to DSHS, HCLA, and/or Human Resources administrative functions preferred.
  
  Please submit the following in addition to your application:
  
  • Chronological resume.
  
  Questions? Email Alex Baclaan at and reference #04073.
  
  The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
  Supplemental Information
  
  Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
  
  Washington State Department of Social & Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its program or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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  More than Just a Paycheck!
  Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
  
  We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
  
  Read about our benefits:
  The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  
  Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
  
  Insurance Benefits
  Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  
  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  
  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  
  Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  
  Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  
  The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation
  State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
  
  Social Security
  All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
  
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  
  Holidays
  Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  
  Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  
  Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  
  Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
  
  Sick Leave
  Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  
  Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave)
  Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  
  Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
  
  Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
  
  Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
  
  Military Leave
  Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
  
  Bereavement Leave
  Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
  
  Additional Leave
  Leave Sharing
  
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  Leave Without Pay
  
  Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
  
  Updated 01-07-2026

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