Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Portland State University
Position Details
Proposed Start Date05/01/2024Classification TitleOffice Specialist 1Working TitleOCCD Office Specialist 1 Data EntryDepartment222800 - OCD Oregon Center for Career DevelPosition NumberD90669RepresentationOP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503Position FTE1.00End date, if applicable 06/30/2025
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
This position exists within the Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education. The Center promotes the quality of childhood care and education for Oregon’s children and families by providing a statewide career development system for practitioners :https://www.pdx.edu/education-career-development/
Position Summary
This position will provide support to the programs within the Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education. The purpose of this position is primarily data entry with some written and spoken customer service.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
Completion of courses or training in Office Technology; OR
One year of general clerical experience which included typing, word processing, or other generation of documents; OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
- Experience with word processing, data input and customer/public information service.
- Previous experience with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel).
- Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-project office environment.
- Ability to understand and work with a variety of programs and individuals.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year dedicated data entry experience.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Experience or proven knowledge of the child care field.
- Bilingual communication skills – English/Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese and/or Chinese
Key Cultural Competencies
- Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
- Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
- Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/HoursMonday-Friday 8am-5pmTotal Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting salary rate for this position will be between $16.60 and $17.80 per hour. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities :https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please list the computer software you are prepared to use on the job (i.e., MS Word, Excel, Banner, etc.). For each, self-evlauate your skill level.
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you first find out about this position?
- PSU Website
- Indeed.com
- HERCJobs
- Urban League of Portland
- Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
- Oregon Employment Department
- Social Media
- Person Referral
- Career Builder
- Glass Door
- Other - Please describe in the next Question
- If you selected Other, please describe.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents Required Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Professional References
Optional Documents
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