What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Specialist II - Patrol Division position at Washington County, Oregon?
The Opportunity!
The Washington County Sheriff's Office is seeking an Administrative Specialist II to join the Patrol Division. This role provides diverse administrative support duties and functions requiring confidentiality, initiative and sound decision making. This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities. The Administrative Specialist II follows procedures, processes and techniques to the completion of assignments and in line with the department's goals.
The Ideal Candidate:
Our ideal candidate will possess the skills to effectively handle multiple priorities daily while handling interruptions that may occur. They possess strong communication and problem solving skills with the flexibility to adapt to new situations. Our ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service skills with the ability to maintain a large degree of confidentiality. They will be able to work independently or as a team member and are self-motivated. The successful candidate for this position be experienced with Microsoft Office 365 Suite products and be skilled at learning new software quickly.
To learn more visit: Washington County Sheriff's Office
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you're interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described above.
As an Administrative Specialist II within the Patrol Division, on any given day you may find yourself:
- Work at the customer window and maintain a high level of customer service and citizen interaction.
- Provide information to the public or other employees by phone or in person to ensure compliance and an understanding of the agency rules, regulations, or functions; listen to questions and either explain procedures according to agency guidelines or refer clients to appropriate resource.
- Fingerprinting (hands-on customer contact) of citizens and juveniles.
- Manage WebLEDS certification.
- Prepare correspondence using general office procedures and computer programs.
- Maintain electronic and hard-copy files and recordkeeping systems requiring employee to sort, file, retrieve and distribute records or other documents.
- Process, edit, and proofread forms, memos, reports, text and correspondence for managers or supervisors from rough draft, notes, or handwritten copy.
- Process and prepare a variety of documents according to established procedures or statutes.
- Processing citations with DMV printouts.
- Utilize DMV and Jail databases to prepare photo laydowns for patrol deputies.
- Enter Sex Offender Registrations.
- Assist with the Vehicle Compliance program.
- Provide administrative support for special teams and Patrol command staff.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- A high school diploma or equivalent; and
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing administrative or clerical support.
- Possession of Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) or other applicable certifications may substitute for up to one (1) year of the experience requirement.
- This position will be required to pass a criminal background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's office and a post-offer drug screen.
- Apply today! Instead of submitting a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
- MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes.
- Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
- Panel Interview(s): The top scoring candidates (typically the top six to eight (6-8) candidates) will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
- Background Investigation: The selected candidate for this position must be able to pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office. This typically takes 6-8 weeks to complete.
- Conditional Offer of Appointment: A conditional offer will be extended; the selected candidate will be required to pass a post-offer drug screen.
- Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
- Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Our Commitment to You: Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or careers@washingtoncountyor.gov least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation.
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Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Email: Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov
Salary : $25 - $30