Deputy City Clerk/Executive Assistant

The City of Sunnyside is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy City Clerk in the Executive Department. The Deputy City Clerk will assist the City Clerk in organizing and preparing Council information for all City Council meetings. The Deputy Clerk will also provide clerical support to City Council with regards to City Boards, Commissions and Committees. The Deputy City Clerk serves as the Executive Assistant to the City Manager and acts as the liaison between the City Manager and community members and other agencies. This person will screen incoming calls, mail, personal visits. The Deputy City Clerk will also be responsible for scheduling appointments, maintaining a calendar of events for the City Manager, and keep the City Manager informed of appointments and itineraries.

Overview of Job Duties:

Assists in preparing public notices for publication according to various legal requirement and procedures. Developing, implementing, administering, maintaining, and preserving City's records and information system. Provides a variety of administrative support to City Clerk and City Manager Oversees the public disclosure process in coordination with all City departments. Reviews and redacts documents consistent with state and federal laws. Acts in the absence of City Clerk Serves as the liaison between the City Manager and community members and other agencies. Screens incoming calls, mail, personal visits and other requests. Schedules appointments, maintains calendar of events and keeps City Manager informed of appointments and itineraries. Arranges and coordinates meetings which may include plans for facility and meal reservations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Associate's Degree in Business Administration or two (2) years education in related field. Five (5) years of progressively responsible secretarial experience, preferably in municipal government or another public sector.

Overview of Benefits:

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (accrual up to 8 hours per month) Paid Holidays (11 per year) Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Pension through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Optional Deferred Compensation Plans Available To view the complete job announcement or review the full job description, please see the documents attached under the "Job Details" portion of this posting. All interested applicants are requested to submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at hr@sunnyside-wa.gov. In addition to the resume and cover letter, all applicants are required to fill out an employment application by clicking here The City of Sunnyside provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Special Requirements Applicants must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening. Miscellaneous Information Please send cover letter and resume to hr@sunnyside-wa.gov Job Details Job ID Deputy City Clerk 2026 Category Executive Department Status Open Salary $5,833 - $7,291 Monthly + Benefits Posted March 30, 2026 12:00 PM Closing Open Until Filled