Administrative Staff Assistant BU

The Seattle Police Department is seeking a dynamic and experienced Administrative Staff Assistant to research review and assign Public Disclosure Requests to members of the Legal Section in an equitable and timely addition this position will complete other administrative tasks and process Public Disclosure Requests for SPDs Legal Section. This position requires advanced technical experience and knowledge of applicable statutes necessary to identify exempt material without direct management guidance or review.

About the Department:

The Seattle Police Department is comprised of approximately 1600 dedicated law enforcement professionals all committed to creating and fostering a work environment that is collaborative innovative and leading the way in law enforcement principles and practices. Ours is a culture that encourages top performers to adhere to a standard of excellence in the identification of and resolution to complex challenges. At SPD we acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and pledge ourselves to creating and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions heritages and experiences.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Research review enter and assign Public Disclosure and Legal Requests to members of the unit in an equitable and timely manner.
Process Public Disclosure Requests.
Review and interpret Public Disclosure Requests to ensure compliance with Local State and Federal laws.
Review large volume of electronic and hard copy records for responsiveness and redactions. Use technology to apply redactions and to create exemption logs.
Routinely coordinate requests with other Sections City Departments and outside agencies.
Ability and willingness to use available technologies for searching tracking redaction storing and producing public records. Familiarity with electronic records systems databases and technical skills required to use litigation support technology.
Draft and mail correspondence for Public Disclosure Requests.
Scan physical case files for members of the Section for response to Public Disclosure Requests.
Understand and comply with CJIS compliance standards for law enforcement records systems.
Monitor unit phone and voicemail.
Monitor and process mail.
Maintain and order office supplies for the Section.

Required Qualifications:

Requires one year of experience in administrative analysis budget administration or preparation office management personnel administration program administration as staff assistant or in a closely related field; and a bachelors degree in business or public administration or another closely related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent progressively responsible work experience in a position with similar duties
in a legal setting or public agency environment or similar related experience.
Knowledge of RCW 42.56 13.50 and 9.73.
Ability to manage organize prioritize and document searches communications processing and
responses.
Ability to multi-task and perform assigned tasks under pressure of deadlines with frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated experience working in a confidential deadline driven environment.
Familiarity with GovQA.
Must possess excellent oral and written communications skills. Must have the ability to use software
programs such as Work Outlook Excel Access and Adobe Pro.

Position Requirements:

Must pass a Seattle Police Department background investigation.
Must have a valid Washington State Drivers license.
This position is a hybrid position; the City requires employees to report in person 3 days a week (subject
to change). Individual schedules will be based on an agreement between the employee and their
supervisor.
WAPRO Certification within three years of employment.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: full salary range for this position is $41.44 - $48.31 per hour.
New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression which is $41.44 hourly. Current City employees starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) regular position with full benefits. This is a Civil Service position eligible for overtime.

How to Apply:

Apply online at Please refer to: Job#
A cover letter and resume that provide additional information on why your skills and experience
make you qualified for this job are required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have any questions please contact Roth Lim at .