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Office Specialist 2 – Temporary Opportunity

State of Oregon, Salem, OR, United States


Office Specialist 2 – Temporary Opportunity
Initial Posting Date:
04/22/2026

Agency: State Board of Accountancy

Salary Range: $3,513 - $4,734

Position Type: Employee

Location: Salem, Oregon (Hawthorne near State, In‑person)

Duration: Through July 31, 2026, with possible extension based on agency needs.

The Oregon Board of Accountancy is seeking an Office Specialist to help support our busy CPA‑PA renewal season. This is a great chance to gain hands‑on experience in a professional regulatory environment and contribute to an agency that serves thousands of Oregonians.

What You’ll Do

Provide customer service by answering phones, responding to emails, and helping with routine licensing questions

Sort, scan, log, and distribute mail, including processing check deposits

Keep office equipment (scanners, printers, copiers, fax) running and organized

Update licensee and firm information in our databases

Assist with license verification

Prepare and mail official licenses and wallet cards

Maintain organized filing systems and follow records retention rules

Support staff with various administrative tasks as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of general clerical experience including keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR an associate degree in any field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Attributes

Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in work

Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and in person

Stay organized and manage multiple tasks at once

Use computer systems (MS Word, Excel and Outlook) and databases with confidence

Show a positive, cooperative attitude and willingness to learn new processes

Be reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively in a small team environment

Provide patient, respectful customer service to the public

Use sound judgment and follow established procedures when making decisions

How To Apply

External applicants: Click "Apply" on the job posting.

Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your Workday account.

Please include a resume and a cover letter explaining how your experience matches the qualifications and desired attributes. Only complete applications will be considered.

What This Opportunity Offers

Experience working in state government

Sick leave benefits

Free parking

A supportive work environment focused on learning, collaboration, and service excellence

Additional Details

This recruitment is for a temporary office specialist 2 position and may be used for future openings.

*The salary listed is the non‑PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.

Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check including fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

We do not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I‑9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Contact Information
For ADA accommodations or questions about the position, please contact:
Recruiter: Cassie Graham
Email: cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov
Phone (text friendly): 503‑949‑6169

Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job
Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | Classification and Compensation | Pay Equity

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