Administrative Assistant

Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant Location: Lacey, WA | Industry: Public Utilities Employment Type: Temporary Through End of Year | Potential Long-Term Opportunity Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM | In-Person Pay: $27.00–$35.00/hr DOE

About the Job

Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a local public utility organization in Lacey, WA, to hire a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Assistant to support multiple departments, including Accounting, Human Resources, and Customer Service.

This is a temporary position expected to last through the end of the year, with the possibility of becoming a long-term opportunity for the right candidate.

In this role, you will help organize and maintain important company records, transition documents into organized electronic files, and assist with data entry and database development. You will work across three departments, helping ensure information is accurate, accessible, and properly maintained.

We are looking for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and confident using Excel and Adobe. The ideal candidate enjoys working with documents, spreadsheets, and data, takes pride in accuracy, and can independently manage tasks while supporting multiple teams.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced administrative professional who enjoys creating order, improving organization, and working on projects that make a meaningful difference in daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Accounting, Human Resources, and Customer Service departments
• Organize, file, scan, and label physical and electronic documents
• Use Adobe to rename, organize, and maintain electronic files
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized records
• Assist with creating and maintaining an electronic database to track costs and invoice information
• Enter and organize invoice details, cost information, and other administrative data
• Use Microsoft Excel to organize, track, and manage information
• Review documents and data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency
• Maintain organized electronic filing systems to ensure documents are easy to locate and access
• Prioritize tasks and manage requests from multiple departments
• Follow established processes for document management and recordkeeping
• Assist with additional administrative projects and departmental needs as assigned

What You Bring:

• Previous administrative or office support experience preferred
• Microsoft Excel experience required
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required
• Strong organizational skills required
• Experience with filing, scanning, electronic document management, and data entry
• Comfortable using Adobe to rename, organize, and manage PDF documents
• Ability to organize large amounts of information and maintain accurate records
• Experience creating or maintaining spreadsheets, databases, or tracking systems preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while supporting different departments
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems and processes
• Ability to work independently, stay focused, and complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented attitude
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Comfortable working in an office environment with repetitive, detail-focused administrative tasks
• Available to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, onsite

Ready to Apply? Choose What's Easiest:

• Text the word "Jobs" to 360-357-7195 and get a quick reply
• Email your resume to Jobs.OlympiaWA@ExpressPros.com

Why Express?

Express Employment Professionals connects talented people with top local companies and organizations. As an Express associate, you'll also be eligible for:

• Medical coverage that meets ACA requirements
• Washington Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay (after 500 hours and an average of 35 hours/week)