Office Specialist 2
About The Position
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! Ready to make an impact every day? Step into the Office Specialist 2 role and bring your strengths to a Child Welfare team in our McMinnville office. We’re seeking experience professionals who are dedicated to supporting and uplifting those who need it most. Summary of Duties As an employee working within the Child Welfare Program, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Oregon’s most vulnerable children and families. Your dedication will help us achieve the Child Welfare Vision for Transformation that will support children and young adults to be safer, healthier, experience less trauma and achieve a greater well-being.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated experience conducting work that requires attention to detail.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills including the ability to think critically.
- Demonstrated experience being self-motivated, managing time efficiently, staying organized, taking initiative and offering support to others.
- Demonstrated experience successfully prioritizing work to meet competing deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Provide front desk reception and administrative support, answering phone calls, responding to inquiries, and clearly communicating agency rules and policies.
- Issue and track gas cards, negotiable goods, transportation passes, and parent mileage reimbursements, accurately logging all transactions in our records system.
- Support protective services and permanency staff by entering case data and documentation into the OR-Kids database.
- Request and gather relevant records, including police reports, court documents, and physical or mental health records, as needed.
- Assist with driving state vehicles for car maintenance and collaboration with vehicle reservations and tracking.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
