Office Assistant Senior - LD

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$27.64 - $33.85 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Limited Duration

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 16, 2025

The Opportunity:

This Work Matters!

This is a Limited Duration Assignment (LDA). Limited Duration Assignments are expected to last up to two (2) years, but may end sooner.

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment.  At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. 

The Senior Office Assistant, operating under the general direction of the Program Supervisor and in collaboration with the regional leadership team, plays a key role in the core operational functions of Primary Care at Mid County Health Center. This position provides essential administrative and operational support, managing resources effectively to ensure the health center achieves operational excellence in service delivery. As a leader of clinic Office Assistant staff, the Senior Office Assistant is responsible for providing training and supporting the implementation of standardized operational workflows and procedures. While in this role, you will regularly apply a racial equity lens to all essential job functions to foster a work culture of safety, trust, and belonging for the highly diverse populations served by the Health Department, both within the office and the broader community.

As the Office Assistant Senior, you will: 

• Lead daily cash management activities for the clinic, including training staff to balance cash at the end of the business day, logging daily transactions, and preparing funds for deposits 

• Perform daily staffing and scheduling tasks to ensure adequate coverage

• Assist staff and providers with operational needs including equipment and set-up 

• Perform complex administrative and clerical functions to support clinic operations; provide coverage for front desk and team clerical assistant functions as needed

• Manage clinic calendars, Google groups, and scheduling for staff and clinic leadership meetings; provide staff meeting support 

• Maintain and update to staffing grids, clinic call-down list, and provider and team clinical matrix 

• Coordinate interview panels, prepare personnel forms, and assist with scheduling for new employee orientation and staff training

• Order supplies, equipment; follow-up on issues and orders 

• Complete supply inventory, including office supplies and medical supplies; coordinate with outside contractors for equipment maintenance and repair

• Serve as preceptor for front desk staff; provide coaching and subject matter expertise on front desk workflows, policies and procedures

• Act as delegated onsite operations leadership contact when Supervisor is offsite or unavailable 

• Collaborate with the clinic sustainability team and regional leadership team on clinic operations quality improvement initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. 

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Education/ training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

• Three (3) to six (6) years of relevant experience.

• Must pass a reference check.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Strong oral and written communication; able to communicate effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders.

• Experience or ability to synthesize data in order to independently solve problems or formulate recommendations.

• Ability to organize, prioritize and complete a variety of simultaneous tasks.

• Experience working with culturally and individually diverse groups.

• Deep understanding of disparities that inform equity driven approaches to the work.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION: The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates/interviews

• Background, reference, and education checks

Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

• A completed online application.

• A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume.

• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position, and why you are interested in the role.

Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non Exempt

Schedule: Monday - Friday, either 7:30am - 4:00pm or 7:30am - 4:30pm 

Work Location: This position works onsite at Mid County Health Center, 12710 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97236. 

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters: 

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Chandra Montgomery

Email:

chandra.montgomery@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9884733 x84733

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

6002 - Office Assistant Senior