Parks Administrative Specialist I

The Department of Facilities, Fleet and Parks is recruiting a variable hour Administrative Specialist I to support the Parks Team. Washington County Parks operates three parks in the county, managing 2,500 acres of parkland, and welcoming nearly 1 million visitors per year. Our team of 12 year-round staff members, plus six seasonal employees is based out of the Park Office at Hagg Lake.

The Parks Administrative Specialist I performs front office functions. This position reports to the Parks Management Analyst and is overseen by the Program Specialist. The role is customer-focused and includes answering phones and online queries, sale of parking passes, relaying of park policies, assistance with facility reservations, daily cash reports, processing invoices, and supporting events/programs and the management staff.

The work is fast-paced, and the successful candidate is skilled at prioritizing and time management. This position will work up 20 hours per week in-person, with an ideal schedule of three days in the Park Office (Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays), subject to change due to business needs. Final schedule will be agreed upon before start date.

The Ideal candidate will be a self-motivated problem solver, customer-focused, with the ability to de-escalate customer conflicts and involve management when appropriate. They will be tech-savvy and comfortable learning new technology while being able to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience supporting financial operations with intermediate to advanced level Excel skills.

This position is classified as an Administrative Specialist I. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review the full information of this classification, please use the following link here. Variable Hour positions are at-will and hours are limited to 20 hours per week. This position will accrue sick time and are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent. No experience is required.
• One (1) year of office or secretarial experience is desirable.

• This position will require the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

Next Steps

1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to 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 Act.
2. MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes
3. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions.
4. Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME Review as soon as possible.
5. Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
6. Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate will undergo a background check.
7. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies inthe same classification, or job family,that may become available within the next six-month period.

Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. 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.

Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act - 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 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
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Questions (??'s) Regarding This Recruitment:

Laura Aranda, Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Email:Laura_Aranda@washingtoncountyor.gov