Have you ever wondered what happens to the waste once you flush it down the drain? Do you know how wastewater is treated in a plant? What does treatment involve and where do we put the treated water back? How about other public works utilities? Who decides what the street names will be?
City of Woodburn is looking for an Administrative Specialist to provide clerical support to the Public Works Department, location assignments may include the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Streets, Water, Fleet Services and Engineering. Duties are varied, including reception, filing and basic document production; developing and maintaining general office systems and procedures; organizing data and generating standardized reports; creating and submitting purchase orders and invoices as directed.
If you are a self-motivated professional, with strong organizational and administrative skills, are detailed oriented and able to work independently, this may be a good job for you.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED, and minimum three (3) years of experience in general clerical/reception work involving public contact in person and providing administrative support, or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Other Requirements:
Valid Oregon class C driver’s license and the ability to meet the City of Woodburn’s driving standards
Must pass the pre-employment background check
Employees may be required to apply/retain Notary Commissions after appointment and assist with notarizing documents depending on assignment
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Russian
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Selection Plan
All applications will be reviewed against criteria specified in the posting and class specifications. Best qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. All applicants will be notified by email of their status. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered for review.
How to Apply
Click on the “Apply” button and complete your application. Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification and submit all the required documents prior to job closing.
Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Woodburn grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veteran’s preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.
City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply
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