Community Preservation Administrative Specialist

Community Preservation Administrative Specialist

Job ID: 106916
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular

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Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

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By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

Clackamas County Core Values

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.



CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.


PAY AND BENEFITS

Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families.

Community Preservation Administrative Specialist

(Classified as an Administrative Specialist 1)

Annual Pay Range: $49,239.30 - $62,190.56

Hourly Pay Range: $25.250921 - $31.892593

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits

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JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas County is seeking a highly motivated administrative professional to join our Housing & Community Development (HCD) Division as an Community Preservation Administrative Specialist (classified as an Administrative Specialist 1).

The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD), within the Department of Health, Housing & Human Services, manages homeless services programs and programs to provide housing and economic opportunity, community improvement and rehabilitation, and affordable housing development for low and moderate income residents of Clackamas County. HCD is comprised of the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC), Housing Services, and Community Preservation.

The Community Preservation Administrative Specialist will provide paraprofessional administrative support to Community Preservation - Community Development programs and management; ensuring the smooth flow of services and operations, which includes tracking, scheduling client services, processing invoice and payments, ordering, filing, data entry, preparing large mailings; also develops, recommends and implements administrative and office management policies and procedures and assists with administrative tasks across the HCD division-wide operations.

Successful candidates will be able to provide customer service support to clients and staff. Possess hands on experience with processing invoices, billings, travel/mileage requests, incoming mail, notices and correspondence, tracking/order supplies and other office clerical related tasks. Ability to manage and maintain organized meeting schedules, agendas and materials, and record taking of meeting minutes. Have the knowledge and experience to work within a program database to effectively create client program files and confidentially maintain client's records.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

Per the Oregon Health Authority, (OAR 333-091-1010 & OAR 333-019-1030), this position is subject to the mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement. Prior to the start of employment, the selected candidate must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious exception in place with the County as a qualification of employment.

• A minimum of one (1) year of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to prioritize tasks.
• Experience providing services to customers in a positive and timely manner via in person and over the phone.
• Experience providing independent administrative support.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing, with a variety of persons with diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and general office equipment.
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy.
• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check
• Driving may be necessary for County business. For position(s) with occasional/incidental driving, incumbents must possess a valid driver's license. Accommodation requests for an acceptable alternative method of transportation will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation. For position(s) with regular driving, incumbent(s) must also possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Bilingual fluency is preferred in English and Spanish. (Please note: Language fluency means being capable of using a language easily and accurately. Being "bilingual" means using or able to use two languages with equal fluency.)
• Highly organized and able to coordinate workflows.
• Comfort/familiarity with complex government databases, ability to recognize irregularities/problems and bring solutions to a supervisor.
• Critical thinking skills; the ability to work independently and triage duties throughout the day based on need.
• Experience responding to public inquiries and complaints.
• Experience interpreting relevant policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.


TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide centralized customer service support to clients and staff, field calls from external public and direct/coordinate services specific to customer needs; screen/research clients for program eligibility; inform client/family/third party of policy and procedures of programs; send/receive applications.
• Process contractor/vendor invoices; process monthly internal/external billings, training/travel/mileage requests; process, timestamp, distribute incoming mail; process large mailing notices and correspondence; track/order supplies; act as a liaison to vendors to research purchase options and resolve problems; act as Technology Services contact for technology issues and supplies; submit facilities requests for building services issues; prepare and submit personnel action documents with direction from leadership.
• Create client program files; enter client information into program databases, maintain client records; maintain, update program databased and run reports; track and update staff certifications, memberships; assist staff to locate necessary resources for payments.
• Participate in the preparation of contract documents, grant applications, and bid materials and review for completeness and accuracy; track and provide administrative review of vendor/contractor performance to ensure compliance with funding regulations and timelines.
• Provide staff support to internal and external advisory and operating committees; coordinate meeting schedules, agendas and materials, and record minutes; research meeting topics and issues; present information at work sessions and public meetings.
• Compile statistical data and prepare regular reports to assist evaluation of operations and services; conduct surveys; review reporting requirements and technical materials, create processes for meeting funder requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Considerable knowledge of: Principles and procedures of office management and administration; English spelling, punctuation, grammar, and composition; arithmetic, clerical/accounting principles and processes.

Thorough knowledge of: Applicable program policies and procedures and/or rules, regulations and statutes depending upon assignment of duties and responsibilities.

Working knowledge of: Techniques and principles of supervision and training; fiscal monitoring and planning methods; governmental budgeting techniques and procedures; principles, procedures, and techniques of research and program administration; office equipment, including computer systems and software programs such as word processing and spreadsheets and their functions/capabilities; public relations techniques and concepts; statistical calculations.

Skill to: Organize and maintain office/administrative systems and procedures; understand, interpret and apply County and department policies and procedures, and technical materials; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; compose correspondence requiring a high degree of initiative and judgment; conduct independent research; define administrative problems and recommend and implement solutions; collect, evaluate and summarize data; prepare and present clear and concise reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, contracted service providers, other governmental agencies, citizen groups and the public; operate office equipment; train staff.


WORK SCHEDULE

This position works 37.5 hours during an alternate workweek of Monday through Thursday (Friday's off). Ideal working hours are 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.


EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

Explore Clackamas County

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD), within the Department of Human Services, manages programs to provide decent housing and economic opportunities, community improvement and affordable housing projects and housing rehabilitation loan programs for low and moderate income residents of the County. HCD is comprised of the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC) and Community Development Division.

Community Development manages housing and community improvement projects funded with federal funds that the County receives primarily through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Fund sources include the Community Development Block Grant Program, HOME Investment Partnership Program, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Continuum of Care funds.

Learn more about Clackamas County Community Development


APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

Application Process

Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Request Veterans' Preference

Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.


RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

Jimmy Henry, HR Recruiting Analyst
JHenry@clackamas.us


To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=106916&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant



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