Administrative Assistant III- DEM (0500009)

Administrative Assistant III- DEM (0500009)

• Type:Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate:$19.95-$21.98
• Posted Date:10/08/2026 8:00 AM

Applications accepted from:  ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Position Title: Administrative Assistant III

Department: Department of Emergency Management

Salary: $19.95-$21.98

Pay Grade:7

Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (After meeting eligibility requirements, Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance -  EAP Program - Retirement APERS -Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System)

Vacation, Sick time, Holiday time

Job Summary:

As the first point of contact between Washington County citizens, emergency personnel, Washington County employees and the Department of Emergency Management, it is essential that the incumbent have a positive attitude, professional demeanor and prompt responsiveness to requests and questions.The incumbent is responsible for greeting all visitors to the DEM office, answering the telephone, providing general information, providing technical information, assisting emergency personnel with timely and accurate information, as well as general office procedures.

Job Description:

DEM Admin Asst 2026

Required Qualifications:

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for Washington County jobs and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.washingtoncountyar.gov

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington County is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.