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Administrative Assistant III

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Administrative Assistant III

Salary

$19.29 - $22.90 Hourly

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -07518

Department

Police

Opening Date

03/09/2026

Closing Date

3/16/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

The AdministrativeAssistant III provides customer service and administrative support to internal and external customers in support of police operations. This position performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties, including handling sensitive records and supporting departmental processes. The role anticipates needs, proactively provides information and solutions, and builds positive working relationships to support departmental goals and objectives. This position works under general supervision.

Essential Functions

• Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Is capable of performing all duties of an Administrative Assistant I and II and provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group, as needed.

• Provides administrative and operational support to police units, including preparing, maintaining, and organizing case files, records, reports, correspondence, and databases. Assists with updates to systems such as RMS, evidence and video management platforms, and other department tools, and tracks unit statistics and dashboards.

• Supports departmental processes such as supply management, purchasing, permitting, billing, restitution, property disposition, and medical or records release requests. Coordinates inventory and distribution of forms, supplies, and equipment for on-site and off-site facilities.

• Provides logistical and clerical support during critical incidents, special operations, emergency operations, and community safety initiatives, including staffing support roles, maintaining documentation, and assisting with notifications.

• Serves as a point of contact for inquiries, notifications, referrals, and requests from internal staff, outside agencies, courts, and community partners. Ensures timely communication and follow-up.

• Assists with scheduling, coordinating, and documenting meetings, training, ride-alongs, special events, and other departmental activities. Supports planning and logistics for department programs and initiatives.

• Performs other administrative duties in support of department leadership and personnel, as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience supporting senior management with administrative and operational support duties.

Knowledge of:

• General business office practices and procedures.

• Standard office equipment.

• Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to:

• Understand and comply with rules, regulations, and policies.

• Anticipate the needs of the department through the administrative assistant lens.

• Identify and communicate potential process improvements.

• Demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information and documents.

• Complete assignments in a timely fashion.

• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.

• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.

• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Five years of directly related administrative assistant work experience.

• One year of experience providing clerical and administrative support to senior-level management in a public safety environment.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued driver's license.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation.

• Driving Record Check.

• Boise Police Department Criminal Justice Information System Background Check (BPD CJIS).

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision and distance vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family

• Low-cost dental and vision options.

• Post-employment health savings account.

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits

• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.

• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants.

• Alternative transportation incentives.

Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City

• 12 paid holidays every year

• 8 hours of sick leave per month

• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you

• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Supplemental Disability Insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Free local bus pass

• Corporate discount programs

• AFLAC

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org