State of Oregon

Office Specialist 2


PayCompetitive
LocationBeaverton/Oregon
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: REQ-166809

      Initial Posting Date:

      10/07/2024

      Application Deadline:

      10/14/2024

      Agency:

      Department of Human Services

      Salary Range:

      $3,218 - $4,338

      Position Type:

      Employee

      Position Title:

      Office Specialist 2

      Job Description:

      The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

      Opportunity awaits!

      Imagine a career that not only values your expertise but also paves the way for your professional growth. If you have a background in secretarial or administrative roles and a familiarity with agency programs, we are eager to hear from you!

      As an Office Specialist 2 , you will work in the Beaverton Office providing support to District 16, which serves Washington County. You will primarily support the District’s Administrative Office, Child Welfare Programs, Self Sufficiency Programs and Volunteer Services.

      Summary of Duties

      As an Office Specialist 2 , you will:

      • Provide administrative clerical support to both management and employees.

      • Serve as a central point of contact providing information and direction for compliance regarding applicable laws, rules, regulations, program policies, and procedures for management, staff and central office regarding personnel, payroll, business services, and other district administrative and program services, including volunteer services.

      • Provide informational services and guidance to the public.

      • Record, process, maintain and archive confidential and sensitive personnel, payroll, administrative, and program information, files, and other records.

      • Review documents to ensure completeness and accuracy.

      • Provide support to the District’s Administrative Office, Child Welfare Programs, Self Sufficiency Programs, and other program services including Volunteer Services.

      Minimum Qualifications

      • A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record or acceptable method of transportation are required for this position. AND

      • Two years of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR

      • An associate degree in any field; OR

      • An equivalent combination of education and experience.

      Essential Attributes

      We are looking for candidates with:

      • Experience with effective data tracking including setting up and managing data entry processes to ensure accuracy and completeness.

      • Demonstrated experience quickly adjusting to changing priorities and new tasks. Successfully managing multiple, shifting assignments by employing a proactive approach to workload management and prioritization.

      • Demonstrated organizational skills and time management.

      • Experience with administrative support for multiple managers, including task coordination and support functions.

      • Experience demonstrating a high level of integrity in managing confidential and proprietary data. Including experience operating with transparency and honesty, adhering to ethical and organizational policies in all aspects of work.

      • Strong experience demonstrating attention to detail. Consistently delivering high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

      • Understanding and knowledge of diversity awareness (understanding diverse backgrounds and promoting diversity), cultural competence (respect for different cultures and effective cross-cultural communication), and inclusivity practices (inclusive policies & practices and addressing bias & discrimination).

      Attention all candidates!

      Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

      Working Conditions

      • This position works in an office setting.

      • This position works with fluctuating workloads, priorities, and deadlines, working with complex, sensitive, and/or political issues both in a team-oriented and individual-tasked settings.

      • You will occasionally have contact with angry or confused customers, or encounter customers going through financial or emotional stress.

      • Daily work involves extensive use of computers, telephones, and multifunction machines, working with staff, community partners, ODHS volunteers, and the public through email, telephone, online platforms, and occasionally in-person.

      Background Checks and Requirements

      • If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.

      • The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

      • A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record or acceptable method of transportation are required for this position.

      Benefits

      Employment Preference

      Veterans’ preference:

      General Information

      • This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

      • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.

      • This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

      Contact Information

      We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

      • The recruiter for this position is Yvette Medford. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.

      • Email: yvette.c.medford@odhs.oregon.gov

      • Phone (call or text): 541-709-0306

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