About the Department

For the complete job description: https://www.kitsap.gov/hr/JobClassifications/Clerk of the Board Reclass.pdf
For more information about the Commissioners Office: Board of Commissioners

Other Qualifications

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public.  Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms.  The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual.
• 'At will' and covered under the Appendix C (as amended) to Kitsap County Personnel Manual

Application Requirements

All applicants, internal and external, must submit a complete and fully detailed application. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all minimum qualifications for the position by the posted closing date. The County uses the information provided in the application (not the résumé) to verify relevant work experience and to determine placement on the pay scale if you are selected for the position.

To be considered, your application must:

• Be fully completed, including all supplemental questions. Provide specific and detailed information showing that you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for the role.  Include the total years of relevant experience, quantified based on full-time equivalency. Applications that are incomplete, lack sufficient detail, or do not clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications will be screened out and will not move forward in the hiring process. Meeting the minimum qualifications is required.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:  

• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. This process is conducted in compliance with the Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW 49.94). Information received is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration.  FCA-Flyer_June 2026_English_Update

Benefits

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.
 
County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision – VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance – Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability 
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program 
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx  or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide.

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense
 
Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service. 

Vacation Leave  
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment.  Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next.  Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment.  Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. 

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

Supplemental Questions

01

(REQ-1) I certify that I have read the complete job classification for this position and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• YES
• NO

02

(REQ-2) I understand that all related experience must be listed under the Work Experience section of this application and that it must include a detailed explanation of my roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. I also understand that resumes are not rated or reviewed for minimum and preferred qualifications and that an incomplete application or lack of details will disqualify my application.
(Please note: The quality and completeness of the application will be considered in determining whether applicants will move to the next phase of the screening.)

• YES
• NO

03

How do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

• Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and at least two years of increasingly responsible specialized administrative experience in a public agency, governmental body, or similar regulated organization.
• Four years of increasingly responsible specialized administrative experience in a public agency, governmental body, or similar regulated organization
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and at least two years of increasingly responsible specialized administrative experience in a public agency, governmental body, or similar regulated organization.
• I do not meet these requirements.

04

Experience Supporting Executive-Level Staff or Governing Boards
Do you have experience supporting executive-level staff, governing boards, or high-level committees?

• YES
• NO

05

If yes, summarize the types of support you provided (e.g., agendas, official records, minutes, coordination of meetings).

If no expierence, list NA

06

Experience Producing Official Records: Do you have experience preparing official records such as agendas, minutes, resolutions, or similar documentation?

• YES
• NO

07

If yes, provide examples of the types of records you prepared.

If no experience, list NA.

08

Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA): Have you received training or do you have demonstrated knowledge of the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA)?
(preferred experience, not required)

• YES
• NO

09

Parliamentary Procedure (e.g., Robert’s Rules of Order): Do you have knowledge of parliamentary procedure or experience supporting formal public meetings that utilize Robert’s Rules or similar guidelines?

(preferred experience, not required)

• YES
• NO

10

Public Records Act (PRA): Do you have experience applying or administering the Washington Public Records Act (PRA)?
(preferred experience, not required)

• YES
• NO

11

Agenda Management Software: Do you have experience using agenda management software, such as Agenda.Net or other meeting-preparation and recordkeeping platforms?

• YES
• NO

12

If yes, list the software and the tasks you performed.

If no experience, list NA

13

Municipal Government Experience: Have you worked for a city or county municipality?
(preferred experience, not required)

• YES
• NO

14

Driving Standard: This position will be operating a county owned vehicle. Successful candidates must meet this driving standard to be considered for this position.
The standard for operating a county owned vehicle is as follows:
• The applicant MUST be 18 years of age and has their driver's license for at least one year.
• The applicants license must be in good standing. (It cannot be suspended or contain restrictions that prohibit or impact the legal ability to operate vehicles or revoked once (or more) in the last three years.)
• The applicant's drivers record in the last three (3) years is clear from the following types of violations:
o Reckless driving or similar offense
o DUI conviction involving use of alcohol or drugs
o Hit-an-run offense involving bodily injury or reportable damage
o At-Fault collision (Two or more; or any at-fault collision resulting in a fatality)
o All other traffic offenses (except parking violations) three (3) or more (or more than one in last 12 months)
Please note: Any major traffic violations not listed in the above will be addressed on a case by case basis and could be a disqualifying factor for driving vehicles on County business

• Yes, I meet this standard and have a clear driving record.
• No, I do not meet this standard. (If your answer is no, you do not qualify for this position)

15

Driving Record: Your driving record for the last 3 years will be reviewed. Please list all traffic violations and/or pending driving charges for the last 3 years below. Exclude any parking violations or photo enforcement tickets. Include in your response the type of citation, date of citation and disposition.

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

Kitsap County

Address

614 Division St, MS#23A








Port Orchard, Washington, 98366

Phone

360.337.7185

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kitsap