Events & Administrative Assistant

WAGE RANGE:

$28.00 – $36.00/Hour

CLOSING DATE:

Applications Reviewed Daily

This is a temporary position for September 2025 through May/June 2026. The City is seeking a qualified professional who is willing to commit to the entire period.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference in an active community. This Events and Administrative Assistant will be a member of a creative and dedicated events and communications team and work collaboratively with the City Hall administrative team. The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of duties such as:

1. Community events: Planning, volunteer coordination, vendor communication, and marketing for City sponsored events such as First Saturdays, Hometown Celebration, Musicians in the Park, Spring Festival and Big Paddle. Also, attending and working at the events. 


2. Assisting with workplace communication including Department bulletin boards and employee newsletters.


3. Providing general customer service for visitors and callers to City Hall.


4. Providing general administrative support for all services at City Hall.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Any combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the level of required knowledge and abilities may be considered.

The City is seeking an experienced and professional Administrative Assistant with:

1. High school diploma or equivalent. 


2. Two years’ related experience involving significant interaction with the general public; experience with a local government entity is preferred.


3. Knowledge of modern office procedures and systems.


4. Ability to learn, manage projects, work independently and effectively on multiple tasks with interruptions, be self-motivated and have strong communication and problem-solving skills.


5. Energy, creativity, sound judgment and the ability to work at times with minimal direction.

All employees are expected to work in a manner consistent with the City of Ridgefield’s Team Philosophy: work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees; provide a high level of customer service at all times; project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work; develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships; and consistently provide quality service.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

The City of Ridgefield currently provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents. Employees contribute a portion of the medical premium which is now $170.48 per month.

As a temporary employee with the City of Ridgefield, you are eligible for holiday pay if a recognized City holiday falls on your regularly scheduled workday. Additionally, you will receive 40 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) and accrue 4 hours of sick leave per pay period. The City also offers an Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being.

Enrollment in the Washington State Retirement System (PERS) is automatic. 

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates must submit the following materials:

1. A completed Application for Employment.


2. A resume.


3. A cover letter explaining why the candidate is interested in the job position, strengths and challenges in the job, and a short summary of why the candidate is qualified for the position.

Applications will be reviewed daily. Finalists will be invited to recruitment activities scheduled to take place in Ridgefield. References will be contacted following candidate approval. The final candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.

The City of Ridgefield is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, grow, and do their best work here. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable, welcoming and that provides the best possible services for our community.

This announcement is meant only as a general descriptive recruitment guide.  It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and is not a complete description of the job.