The City of Yelm is the historic gateway to Mt. Rainier and one of the fastest growing communities in Washington State. We offer a wide variety of employment opportunities for those dedicated to providing exceptional public service. Come play our golf course, go cycling and running on the Yelm-Tenino Trail, and enjoy other awesome recreational opportunities with our close proximity to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Nisqually Wildlife Refuge, and Mt. Rainier. Yelm is also home to a growing arts and cultural scene, strong schools, award winning community events, and an excellent quality of life. Yelm was incorporated in 1924 and the government consists of a Mayor and City Council who are elected at-large to lead the City. A City Administrator is appointed to lead and manage all operations of the City, including: economic development, human resources, public safety, emergency management, public works, IT, municipal court, and a state-of-the-art water reclamation facility.