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Initial Posting Date:
04/01/2025Application Deadline:
04/13/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$3429 $4622Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Office Specialist 2 Bilingual Preferred English & RussianJob Description:
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by ourEquity North Starand our vision for a positiveRiSE organizational culturethat 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.
Bilingual Preferred English & Russian
You do not need to be bilingual to apply or be considered for this position. If you are bilingual we encourage you to apply! We serve diverse communities and recognize the importance of serving people in their preferred language. If interested in using your bilingual language skills upon passing the test you will receive 5 bilingual differential pay.
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 Oregon City Office assisting Oregonians inperson. This position is not eligible for a remote schedule.
Summary of Duties
As an Office Specialist 2 you will:
Be the first face of contact in most field offices for Oregonians and provide a welcoming environment for families to interact with the department.
Support the infrastructure of the office by supporting the daytoday operation.
Assist Oregonians by providing support with the online Oregon Eligibility system for ODHS Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) programs. by phone or email to resolve any questions or concerns.
Assisting Oregonians through a trauma informed lens.
May include financial desk responsibilities.
Providing support for the business functions within the office.
Minimum Qualifications
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:
Demonstrated experience maintaining professional relationships with coworkers supervisors and customers.
Demonstrated experience learning and developing skills through curiosity hard work and receiving feedback from others.
Demonstrated experience using sound judgement to identify successful solutions to problems.
Demonstrated experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated experience navigating online systems such as Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint email and search engines and to include experience coordinating multiple calendars and knowledge scheduling software.
Preference will be given to candidates that are bilingual in Russian and English.
Attention all candidates!
Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application or resume. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
Please make sure your application materials resume and job history are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments examinations and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Working Conditions
Experience constant contact with the public including contact with and possibly deescalating customers experiencing emotional and financial stress.
Experience high volume of computer work using various computer programs in a fastpaced team environment.
Priorities and procedures may change daily and requires the ability to be flexible in application of procedures.
This position works in the store front office and is not a remote position.
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 Securitys I9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use EVerify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans preference:
General Information
This is a permanent fulltime position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
The salary listed is the nonPERS 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 jobspecific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Yvette Medford. If you contact the recruiter please include the job requisition number.
Phone (call or text):
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Full-Time