Field Assistant Jobs in Wapato, WA (NOW HIRING)

Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary range (CATEGORY 3) - $85,205 to $116,995
• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (full family coverage)
• Generous sick and paid time off (PTO)
• Long-term disability plan
• Defined Contribution plan - 401(k) (with employer contribution)
• Defined Benefit plan
• Relocation assistance
• Position covered by the WEA/WEASO Collective Bargaining Agreement

Responsibilities:

• Prepare financial reports, bank reconciliations, and deposits as required.
• Maintain general ledger, equipment inventory, lease agreements, and building and equipment insurance coverage.
• Coordinate and prepare documents for the annual audit, regulatory and tax filings, and other reports as needed.
• Assist the Council President and Treasurer in the preparation, monitoring, reporting, and presentation of council budgets.
• Track and assist with reporting of various grants.
• Identify, track, and ensure compliance of regulated expenditures reportable to the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC).
• Collect, record, and maintain information pertaining to membership dues, dues status, and demographic data; provide reports when necessary.
• Prepare monthly billing of membership for District payroll and process dues.
• Help process and maintain membership records for members.
• Provide budget and QuickBooks training and assistance to Local Treasurers and the Locals' associate staff member.
• Help organize Council's annual retreat; build agendas for various Council meetings; track and follow through with meeting action items and deadlines; attend Governance meetings and record official minutes.
• Maintain permanent records of the Council.
• Work with other staff to manage building facility, including office security, technology, and scheduling.
• Prepare professional and effective communications for Council business.
• Assist with Local and Council communications, including emails and websites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative assignments involving advanced record keeping and knowledge of accounting practices and accepted accounting procedures.
• Competence with Microsoft 365 and accounting software.
• Experience with maintaining email lists, updating websites, and social media.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience providing exemplary customer service, including experience in dealing with members or customers.
• Demonstrated history and/or experience working with communities of color and/or with historically underrepresented groups.
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
• Strong organizational skills; self-starter; proficient at multi-tasking.
• Work in person in the WEA MidState office in Yakima, WA.

COVID-19 Vaccination

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees, members, and councils, all candidates must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status upon hire. Exceptions may be made for medical or religious reasons in accordance with applicable laws.

Supervision

The successful incumbent will function as a member of the Advocacy & Organizing Center and will report to the Co-Directors of Advocacy and Organizing.

Application:

• If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on the Apply for This Job button to submit your application, cover letter, and resume.
• If you are invited to an interview, you will receive an email from SkillSurvey with instructions and a link on how-to submit your five (5) professional references.
• Closing date is September 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
  

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