Welcome to Newport, Washington
The City of Newport, with a population of approximately 2,200 is located on the Washington/Idaho border just west of the Pend Oreille River. With a comfortable elevation of 2,160 feet, Newport is a city that provides a unique experience of four distinct seasons.
We are less than an hour’s drive north of Spokane, which has an International airport for easy access to our city. From Spokane you can travel through Newport to ski resorts in both the U.S. and Canadian Rockies. Summers present an enjoyable scenic drive through rugged mountains and along pristine rivers. One can see an abundance of wildlife including deer, elk and moose along with wild birds including pheasants, turkeys, and at the right time of the year bald eagles.
OFFICE HOURS & LOCATION
HOURS OF OPERATION
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Closed on Federal holidays
- 200 S. Washington Avenue, Newport, WA 99156
- (509) 447-5611
- FAX 509 447-2226
- cityofnewport@newport-wa.org
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Important Notices:
JOB OPENINGS
ACCOUNTING CLERK
The City is seeking a detail-oriented and community-minded Accounting Clerk to join our finance team. This vital role serves as the face of City Hall, balancing public-facing customer service with essential financial operations. This position manages utility billing, accounts receivable, front-desk reception, and building permit processing. The ideal candidate possesses strong organization skills, accurate record-keeping, and a polite, helpful demeanor when assisting residents and city staff.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills to handle public inquiries with tact and professionalism.
- High accuracy in data entry, record-keeping, and cash handling.
- Proficiency with standard office software and billing systems.
Requirements: Ability to pass a background check if offered the position, must be bondable and have a valid driver’s license.
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, public employee retirement/pension plan, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Monthly Salary Step Range: $4,946.00 – $5,587.00.
To apply: please contact Newport City Hall, 200 S. Washington Avenue or (509) 447-5611 for an application packet or download an application packet at the link below. Return completed application to clerk@newport-wa.org.
First review: June 22, 2026 (open until filled). (EOE)
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