Initial Posting Date:
11/26/2025Application Deadline:
12/09/2025Agency:
Department of Geology and Mineral IndustriesSalary Range:
$3429 - $4207Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Office SpecialistJob Description:
Opportunity Awaits Apply Today! Office Specialist
As the Office Specialist for the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI) you will provide office assistance to the Mineral Land Regulation and Reclamation Program. This position directly supports a small independent office through secretarial record processing and informational tasks relating to the permitting and reclamation of mineral exploration aggregate non-aggregate oil gas geothermal and chemical process mining.
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Please Note: This position is not suitable for hybrid work in-office duties in Albany are required for the position to meet agency and department missions.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of general clerical experience which included typing word processing or other generation of documents; OR
An equivalent combination of experience and college coursework or training in a general office occupation.
Additional skills and abilities:
Demonstrated ability maintaining a professional and friendly composure in an environment with frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
Experience in answering emails and telephones courteously and writing and relaying messages accurately.
Experience performing data entry and clerical assignments efficiently and accurately.
Experience with digital file management and file system maintenance including file transfer protocols (ftp).
Ability to apply laws rules policies or procedures affecting assigned work.
Ability to organize and prioritize work duties.
Expertise in the use of computers including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and effectively utilize specialized software applications.
Application Details and Instructions
Your candidate profile cover letter and resume are the perfect place to display your interest in the position and highlight the skills and experience you will bring making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions are screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail spelling grammar etc.).
Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter.If you are a current State of Oregon employee you must apply through your employee Workday account.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference as it is not available for you to view after the job closes. If you have questions about the job announcement or need an alternate format to apply please contact the Senior Recruiter Nancy Karnas at:
This announcement is for one full-time Office Specialist (Classification: Office Specialist 1) position and may be used to fill future vacancies; Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
This team focuses closely on collaboration to support fellow teammates while ensuring safety and looking for ways to innovate. Visit the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries website to learn more about us! Additional benefits include:
Work/life balance 11 paid holidays a year and a competitive benefits package
Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
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Live work and play in Albany Oregon
Additional Details
Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For more information visit Veterans Resources.
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%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
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