Clerk III - Health & Community Services

Salary: $21.02 - $31.87 Hourly

Location : Bellingham, WA 98225

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: C540 300 0925 X

Department: Health Department

Division: Administration

Opening Date: 09/11/2025

Closing Date: 9/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Summary

is recruiting for the position of Clerk III.

The Clerk III position supports other staff through performing a variety of general and routine office, basic bookkeeping, clerical support, cash handling, and customer service functions to facilitate public service and departmental activities. Other duties include internal and external communication, client reception, and preparation, recording and retrieval of data and information. The successful candidate must be able to work as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize.

Supervisor: Administrative Supervisor

Work location: 509 Girard Street, Bellingham, WA

Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Salary Range: $21.02 - $31.87 per hour Hiring rate depends on qualifications. We are required by State Law to list the full salary range. Hiring rate typically is limited to entry to mid of the posted salary range, subject to required approvals. As a public entity and in a union-covered position, we are required to make pay decisions based on experience, qualifications, and equity with other employees.

This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).

Qualifications

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED AND three (3) years of progressively responsible general office, clerical and/or secretarial experience.

Special Requirements:

A driving record that meets County standards and possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment.

Background check must meet County criteria.

Preferred:

Experience working with vital records.

Experience with government agencies or environmental agencies.

Bilingual English/Spanish language fluency.

At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.

Distinguish yourself in public service and make a commitment to our future.

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Supplemental Information

Whatcom County offers at no cost to employees, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family

Generous paid leave provisions, including vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year

Eligibility for a lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County

$50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees

Option to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for annual health care and/or dependent care expenses

Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance

(EAP)

Additional

Whatcom County offers at no cost to employees, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family

Generous paid leave provisions, including vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year

Eligibility for a lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County

$50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees

Option to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for annual health care and/or dependent care expenses

Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance

(EAP)

Additional

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Yes

No

02

Do you have at least 3 years of progressively responsible general office, clerical and/or secretarial experience?

Yes

No

03

Please briefly describe your office, clerical and/or secretarial experience. Describe the kinds of work produced and software programs used.

04

Please describe your experience performing reception duties:

05

Do you have any experience working with vital records (birth and death certificates)?

06

Please describe your proficiency with the Spanish language:

07

Working conditions for this position include standing for long periods of time while providing customer service at the front desk (greeting visitors, answering questions, assisting with inquiries). Are you able to perform this function, with or without reasonable accommodation?

Yes

No

08

Working conditions for this position include occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Are you able to perform this function, with or without reasonable accommodation?

Yes

No

Required Question