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Administrative Specialist 1 (Social Services)

Clackamas County

Administrative Specialist 1 (Social Services)

Job ID: 107432

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

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:

• Service

• Professionalism

• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

• Trust

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.

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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 Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Annual Pay Range: $51,455.06 - $64,989.13

Hourly Pay Range: $26.387212 - $33.327760

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

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.

• 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.

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JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas County's Social Services Division is seeking an organized administrative professional to join their team as an Administrative Specialist 1. The position will work within the Social Services Division's Administrative Support Team, providing management and administrative support to managers, supervisors, the division director, and to the internal administrative contracts workgroup.

The primary responsibilities in this Administrative Specialist 1 position include: reviewing and processing payment requests, invoices, claims, and vouchers; supporting the processing of agreements for signatures, documentation, and submission; entering applications, agreements, and amendments into a contracts database and tracking systems; and providing backup and support to the Social Services Division's Administration Support Team as needed.

This is a great opportunity for an administrative professional looking to build upon their administrative and office management skills while contributing to a service-oriented team.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience providing services to customers in a positive and timely manner, both in person and over the phone

• Experience reviewing and processing payments, invoices, claims, and/or vouchers for accuracy and completion of documentation

• Experience tracking and maintaining data within multiple databases and systems

• Effective communication, both orally and in writing, with a variety of persons with diverse backgrounds

• Proficiency and skill in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and database programs

• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check

• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/69fd8013-4594-4afd-bee9-f1e0aeab42ea.

• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Basic bookkeeping skills including tracking payments to deposits

• Experience with HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), Service Point, or similar system in tracking client-level detail for grant funding requirements

• Experience working in a grant-funded human services and/or social services program environment

*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:

• Reviews payment requests, invoices, claims and vouchers for accuracy, obtains proper authorization and processes in conformity with county procedures, verifies, codes and processes payment requests for approval, follows up with contractors and subrecipients about missing or incomplete documentation; identifies errors and refers unusual or questionable items to contracts team.

• Support the processing of agreements for signatures, including meeting all Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) and Board of County Commissioners (BCC) requirements for documentation and for submission. Follow up with contracts team for missing documentation and ensure agreements are processed in a timely manner.

• Enter applications, agreements, and amendments into the H3S contracts database and any other tracking systems used by the contracts team. Ensure that the contracts database or other tracking systems are up to date and review with contracts team during weekly meetings.

• Provide back up and support to the Office Administration Team as needed, including answering phones, covering breaks or other general office support tasks. Provide back up to Accounting Specialist 1 to process petty cash requests or complete deposits.

• Assist with Homeless Management Information System (HMIS/Service Point) data entry and reporting to funders for housing programs, including inclement weather shelter activities. Including tracking forms, reviewing for completeness, corresponding with providers to obtain complete data, and working with staff to review and troubleshoot errors. Assist with producing reports for Annual Performance Report (APR) and quarterly reports.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 37.5 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off):

• 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 eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Basic bookkeeping skills including tracking payments to deposits

• Experience with HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), Service Point, or similar system in tracking client-level detail for grant funding requirements

• Experience working in a grant-funded human services and/or social services program environment

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 37.5 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off):

• 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 eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Basic bookkeeping skills including tracking payments to deposits

• Experience with HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), Service Point, or similar system in tracking client-level detail for grant funding requirements

• Experience working in a grant-funded human services and/or social services program environment

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 37.5 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off):

• 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 eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Basic bookkeeping skills including tracking payments to deposits

• Experience with HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), Service Point, or similar system in tracking client-level detail for grant funding requirements

• Experience working in a grant-funded human services and/or social services program environment

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program, working 37.5 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off):

• 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 eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

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.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Social Services Division provides assistance to seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, and low-income residents of Clackamas County.

Social Services is a Division of the http://www.clackamas.us/h3s/

http://www.clackamas.us/socialservices/.

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Mission Statement: We lead and learn with equity in serving individuals, families, and communities by providing access to high quality healthcare, housing, and services that strengthen social and economic resilience.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.

• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.

• ORGANIZATIONAL EXCELLENCE & CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT - H3S operates consistently, efficiently and effectively as a cohesive department, using our individual and collective skills and expertise.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.

• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.

• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) consists of six divisions, dedicated to ensuring health families and strong communities in Clackamas County.

Vision Statement: Individuals, families, and communities are resilient and thriving.

H3S is committed to improving programs and ensuring better outcomes for the people served, and focuses on the following goals:

• EMPOWERED AND THRIVING STAFF - H3S staff are empowered, engaged and have a sense of belonging while being valued and supported to thrive.

• EQUITY DRIVEN SERVICES - H3S promotes and provides accessible, equitable and culturally responsive services.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f

https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. 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

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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?

Kelly Schaefer, Recruiter

mailto:KSchaefer@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5200622

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