City of Seattle, WA Administrative Specialist Pay
Based on 9 postings, Jan 2026–Sep 2026
City of Seattle, WA posted Administrative Specialist pay of $34.32–$38.25/hr in September 2026. Across 9 postings (Jan 2026–Sep 2026) the posted ranges ran $33–$45/hr.
$34.32–$38.25/hr
No Administrative Specialist openings at City of Seattle, WA right now. Past postings and their pay are below.
Pay changes for the same job
| Posting | Posted ranges over time |
|---|---|
| Administrative Specialist I - BU | Mar 2026 $33–$38/hr → Apr 2026 $34–$38/hr → Sep 2026 $34.32–$38.25/hr |
| Administrative Specialist 3 - BU | Mar 2026 $38–$45/hr → Apr 2026 $40–$45/hr |
Posted pay ranges
Each distinct range City of Seattle posted for Administrative Specialist roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.
Pay by level
Postings this is based on
Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.
| Posted | Posting | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | Administrative Specialist I - BU | $34.32–$38.25/hr |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Administrative Specialist II - BU | $36–$41/hr |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Administrative Specialist II, Criminal History Unit | $37–$41/hr |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Administrative Specialist I - BU | $34–$38/hr |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Administrative Specialist 3 - BU | $40–$45/hr |
| Mar 6, 2026 | Administrative Specialist III - BU (Temp) | $38–$45/hr |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Administrative Specialist 3 - BU | $38–$45/hr |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Administrative Specialist I - BU | $33–$38/hr |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Administrative Specialist III -BU | $38–$45/hr |
City of Seattle, WA Administrative Specialist Pay: FAQ
How much does City of Seattle, WA pay a Administrative Specialist?
City of Seattle, WA's most recent Administrative Specialist posting (September 2026) listed $34.32–$38.25/hr.
What is the Administrative Specialist pay range at City of Seattle, WA?
Across 9 Administrative Specialist postings from Jan 2026–Sep 2026, posted pay ran $33–$45/hr.
Has City of Seattle, WA Administrative Specialist pay changed?
Yes. Administrative Specialist I - BU: Mar 2026 $33–$38/hr → Apr 2026 $34–$38/hr → Sep 2026 $34.32–$38.25/hr.
What does each Administrative Specialist level pay?
3: $40–$45/hr (Apr 2026); I: $34.32–$38.25/hr (Sep 2026); II: $36–$41/hr (Aug 2026); III: $38–$45/hr (Mar 2026).