Office Assistant (Full-Time with Benefits) Apply
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About the Position
Join the Community Development Team at the front counter as a full-time Office Assistant. This position will be responsible for customer service, word processing, filing, copying, data entry, information gathering, issuing permits, coordinating meetings, and cashiering.
The key skills for this position are:
- Customer Service
- Basic Computer Skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team in a fast-paced office
Questions on this recruitment can be directed to: humanresources@grantspassoregon.gov or 541-450-6050.
The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of the community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.
If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!
Minimum Qualifications
Licensing Requirements:
- Oregon Drivers License Class C (may be required, varies by department)
- Certification of 40 words per minute at 95% accuracy keyboarding skills.
How to Apply
Application materials must be submitted by the closing date in order to be considered for this position.
Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are:
1. City Application
2. Supplemental Questionnaire
3. Resume
4. Cover Letter
5. Typing test indicating 40 words per minute at 95% accuracy A typing test can be completed on-line, or at a temporary employment agency. Typing accuracy is subject to verification.Ranking and Selection
The initial selection process for this position includes the following steps: application review and oral interview. The final selection process following interview includes the following steps: tentative offer, criminal history check, background/reference check, drug screening and final offer of employment.
All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.
Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.
Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.
It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.
