Administrative Specialist 2 – Sex Offender Registration Unit

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

2d•$4,308 - $5,984•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for two (2) Full-Time, Permanent Administrative Specialist 2 – Sex Offender Registration Unit positions. These are in-office positions without the opportunity for a hybrid or remote work schedule. Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position. If you are a current OSP AFSCME employee and you wish to receive preference as an internal applicant, you must apply in Workday by end of day on 06/16/2026. If you apply after this time, you will not receive internal preference and your interview materials will be reviewed along with external applicants. This recruitment will remain open until 08/31/2026, or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 06/17/2026. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications. If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact [email protected] and reference REQ-201118. The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Requirements

Three years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR An associate degree in general office occupations and two years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to utilize a variety of resources and independent judgment to make an informed decision
Experience conducting research and trying different approaches to solve complex problems.
Experience with interpreting laws, rules and program policies and ability to adapt quickly to evolving changes in laws, rules and policies.
Demonstrated moderate proficiency with Microsoft programs.
Effective verbal and written communication skills to provide technical information in a clear, effective, and professional manner.

Responsibilities

Maintain, research and verify offender registration documents.
Ensure accuracy of sex offender registry to meet state and federal statutory requirements.
Interpret laws, rules, policies and procedures, and apply those interpretations to determine registration obligations and compliance.
Take action to protect the public and release information if it is of the public interest.
Work with a high degree of independence and receive general supervision.