Community Corrections Administrative Specialist II - Bilingual Spanish/English

Company: Washington County, OR
Location: Hillsboro
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

THE POSITION
Washington County Community Corrections is now seeking a talented team player to join us as a Bilingual Administrative Specialist II. This role provides diverse administrative support duties requiring the ability to be detail oriented and a high level of integrity. The primary duties of this position include data entry, reception, and customer service for Probation and Parole. This is a designated bilingual position that requires the candidate be able to communicate clearly and concisely in Spanish and English, both orally and in writing. An additional $75/per pay period for bilingual skills will be paid to qualified employees. Pay periods are every two weeks.

Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is a team player who can also operate independently as needed, has the ability to take direction, and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A successful candidate will possess a professional positive demeanor, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to learn new computer systems.

About the DepartmentWashington County Community Corrections serves an important role in keeping our community safe. This department works to prevent the recurrence of crime among adult Justice Involved Individuals (JIIs) by holding them accountable to the conditions of their supervision while supporting their efforts to live successfully in the community. Community Corrections supervises approximately 2,800 individuals using a range of evidence-based strategies while working in partnership with the Courts, law enforcement, and the Oregon State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision. Community Corrections is eager and committed to hiring individuals that reflect the of Washington County, which will strengthen and bring improvements to the way we serve the community. As a commitment to your growth and professional development, Community Corrections leadership encourages and supports the success of all our employees through training, mentoring, and coaching.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent; and
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing administrative or clerical support.
• Possession of Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) or other applicable certifications may substitute for up to one (1) year of the experience requirement.ADDITIONAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, PHYSICAL ABILITIES, AND SPECIALTY REQUIREMENTS
  • Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
  • Knowledge of the Spanish language including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in Spanish, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to become LEDs (Law Enforcement Data Systems) certified.
  • Ability to become notary certified.
    SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
    Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable.
    Next Steps:Apply today! Instead of submitting a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes.Panel Interview(s): The top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.Conditional Offer: Human Resources will extend a conditional offer to our top candidate. Successful completion of a background check and Spanish fluency testing is required to be appointed to the position.Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. Status of Your Application:
    You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.Bilingual Positions:Designated bilingual positions require that the incumbent have knowledge of the Spanish language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Skill in writing Spanish accurately; ability to speak Spanish fluently; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing are required. Additional compensation is provided to staff members occupying positions designated as bilingual.
    
    Veterans' Preference:
    If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' Preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: .
    
    Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
    Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail at: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
    
    Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
    Elle Krueger, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
    Elle_Krueger@washingtoncountyor.gov
    
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