Communications Assistant

Communications Assistant – City of Auburn (Washington)

Apply for the Communications Assistant role at the City of Auburn Administration department. This position plays a critical role as the final step in delivering communications materials across the City of Auburn. It is a hands‑on, dynamic position where no two days are the same.

Job posting will close on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.

Pay range: $64,890.96 / yr – $79,598.16 / yr (Base pay; actual pay based on skills and experience).

The Communications Assistant assists the Communications Division in delivering timely and high‑quality communications:

• Support and maintain efficient print shop operations from job intake through final production and delivery.
• Perform routine and special mailing services, including bulk mail processing, shipping, and parcel delivery coordination.
• Maintain organization, inventory, and stocking of print shop and Communications Division supplies.
• Keep accurate records for communications services, including work orders, billing, and cost tracking.
• Assist with quotes, contracts, and coordination of outsourced commercial print services.
• Provide backup support across the Communications Division to ensure timely customer service and continuity of operations.

Additional duties include cutting and mounting posters, finishing large banners, coordinating high‑volume mailings, and assisting with various technology or equipment tasks. See the full job specification for more details.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of relevant work‑related experience.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license without impending loss at the time of appointment.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work reliably onsite with regular, punctual attendance.
• Basic computer skills and comfort learning new equipment and systems.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures, safety guidelines, and confidentiality requirements.
• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position.

• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite products.

The Communications Assistant reports to the Communications Manager, operating under general supervision. Work is reviewed periodically and performance is managed through periodic reports and biannual check‑ins.

• Competitive salary.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City.
• Employer contributions to the Washington State Retirement System pension plans.
  12 days of paid vacation per year.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year.
• VEBA (tax‑free health savings account).
• Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan.
• Deferred Compensation plan options.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• And more.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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To apply, follow the instructions on the City of Auburn job announcement. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance, contact the recruiter listed on this announcement.

All applications will be screened for the minimum qualifications. Qualified candidates will be invited to a thorough background check, reference check, and driving abstract review before an official position appointment can be offered.

Chardae Gillespie, Human Resources Coordinator
e‑mail: cgillespie

• Seniority Level: Entry Level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industry: Government Administration
• Location:
  
  Auburn, Washington