Applicants sought for Mattawa PD administrative assistant job
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MATTAWA — Mattawa city officials are accepting applications for the job of administrative assistant for the Mattawa Police Department.
The opening was announced Thursday. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have a valid driver’s license prior to being hired, and have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Applications can be picked up at Mattawa City Hall, 521 Government Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. People who want more information can contact city hall at 509-932-4037, or by email at [email protected].
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