WASHINGTON STATE FRUIT COMMISSION

The Washington State Fruit Commission (WSFC) is looking to add an Administrative Assistant to its team in Yakima.  We are a state agency that was founded in 1947. We represent Northwest Cherries, Processed Northwest Pears as well as Washington Grown Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Prunes, and Plums. We are funded by grower assessments for the purpose of promotion, market development, research, and education for soft fruits grown in Washington State. The team of 20+ employees educates growers, retailers and consumers about production and benefits related to tree fruit.

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant position provides high-level administrative support to the President/Executive Director, Board of Directors, growers and promotional department by conducting research, preparing reports, handling information requests and performing administrative functions such as preparing correspondence, greeting visitors, arranging conference calls and scheduling meetings. In addition to the Washington State Fruit Commission (WSFC), this position also provides administrative support to the Washington Cherry Marketing Committee (WCMC), the Processed Pear Committee (PPC), the Pacific Northwest Canned Pear Service (PNCPS), and the Washington-Oregon Canning Pear Association (WOCPA). This is a full-time, in-office position.

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The Washington State Fruit Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with state and federal laws.

Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their suitability for the position and at least three (3) references to HR@wastatefruit.comto be considered for the position. Application deadline is April 14, 2026.