Job Description

Posting number: 26DOT-ER-60254

Department: Dept. of Transportation

Division: Eastern Region

Job classification: FISCAL SPECIALIST 1

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Accounting and Finance, Office and Administrative Support, Payroll/Benefits Administration

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Fiscal Specialist 1 to provide essential clerical and fiscal support to employees and management within Eastern Area 2 in Colfax, WA. This position serves as the primary timekeeper and fiscal resource for approximately 35–45 employees, ensuring accurate payroll, labor tracking, inventory accountability, invoice and voucher processing, and compliance with WSDOT financial policies and procedures. This role also supports budget monitoring, third-party damage tracking, special motor vehicle permitting, and public-facing programs such as Adopt-a-Highway. Through accurate financial recordkeeping, timely fiscal transactions, and effective coordination with internal and external partners, this position helps ensure Area 2 Maintenance operates efficiently and supports the safe and reliable operation of the state highway system.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

Serve as the principal timekeeper for Maintenance and Operations Area 2, overseeing payroll functions, processing bi-monthly fiscal reports, leave balances, and employee schedule changes, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
Maintain proper coding for credit card purchases, receive and verify vendor invoices, and prepare payment vouchers.
Perform daily consumable inventory tracking, reporting, and reconciliation in compliance with established inventory guidelines, utilizing multiple databases.
Act as initial point of contact with the public and other agencies, answering a multi-line telephone and forwarding to appropriate personnel.
Issue Special Motor Vehicle Permits through the System Network for Oversize/Overweight Permits Information, batch documents, and audit for accuracy.
Maintain the filing system, personnel, vouchers, contracts, rest area calendar, adopt-a-highway correspondence, and a variety of reference material and manuals.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required

Administrative & Office Support: Experience performing administrative, clerical, fiscal, payroll, inventory, or customer service functions in an office environment.
Systems & Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency using computers and office technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email systems, scanners, copiers, printers, and multi-line telephone systems.
Communication & Customer Service: Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, customers, and external members of the public through verbal communication, email, and written correspondence. Ability to provide customer service and respond professionally to inquiries from the public, employees, and partner agencies.
Confidentiality & Information Stewardship: Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive payroll, personnel, and financial information.
Organizational Skills: Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete multiple assignments accurately while meeting established deadlines.
Inclusive Work Environment: Demonstrates professionalism and respect by contributing to a work environment that promotes inclusion, equity, and equal opportunity.
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service-Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

The following qualifications are also required

A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

Problem Solving & Decision-Making: Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and make informed decisions within established policies and procedures.
Payroll Processing: Ability to learn and apply new systems, processes, and regulations related to payroll, accounting, inventory, permitting, and administrative operations.
Agency-Specific Experience: Experience using WSDOT systems, such as PCMS, DOTtime, TRAINS, vouchering systems, or other enterprise financial or payroll systems.
Financial Document Management and Compliance: Experience maintaining inventory records, processing fiscal transactions, or reconciling financial data.
Collaboration & Adaptability: Experience coordinating work with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

Important Notes

This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at olivia.dietrich@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference #26DOT-ER-60254 in the subject line.

About Clark County WA

With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and settlements. Framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west, the area is a picturesque place to work, play and live.

Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition frame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. Today, more than 440,000 people call Clark County home.

Clark County government is one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of challenging positions for about 1,570 people. You can learn about current job openings, the application process, job descriptions, pay schedule and employee benefits on the Clark County Human Resources website at https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources.

The mission of Clark County government is to enhance the quality of life in our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability.

Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Vancouver, WA

Year Founded

1844

Website

wa.gov

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