Office Specialist 2 – Temporary Opportunity

Initial Posting Date:

04/22/2026

Application Deadline:

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Agency:

State Board of Accountancy

Salary Range:

$3,513 - $4,734

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Office Specialist 2 – Temporary Opportunity

Job Description:

Office Specialist – Temporary Opportunity

Oregon Board of Accountancy

Salem, Oregon (Hawthorne near State, In-person)

Open Until Filled – First review begins April 28. Apply early to make sure you’re considered!

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

In this role, you will be an important part of keeping our office running smoothly. Typical duties include:

• 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

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of general clerical experience that includes 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

We are looking for applicants who:

• 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

• Are 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

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