Job Description

Administrative Specialist 1 - Records Request Unit

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Administrative Specialist 1 Records Request Unit position. This position is an in-office position without the opportunity for a remote or hybrid work schedule.

Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.

If you are a current OSP AFSCME employee and you wish to receive preference as an internal applicant, you must apply in Workday by end of day on 03/26/2026. If you apply after this time, you will not receive internal preference and your interview materials will be reviewed along with external applicants. This recruitment will remain open until 06/10/2026, or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 03/26/2026. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications.

If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact osp.recruiting@osp.oregon.gov and reference REQ-196576.

The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.

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.

Summary of Job Duties:

This position is part of the Central Records Section, which serves operations and programs throughout Oregon State Police by providing centralized records and data management for internal use, for use by agency partners and customers, and for access by the general public in appropriate circumstances.

In this position, you will process complex and routine public records requests using independent judgment based on established interpretations of state and federal laws and Department policies and procedures. You will work closely with the Central Records Section Legal Compliance Specialist.

Minimum Qualifications/Eligibility Requirements:

Two years of secretarial or basic administrative support experience that includes records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;

OR

An associate degree in general office occupations and one year of experience with records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong writing skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively under the pressure of tight deadlines and rapidly changing priorities.
• Excellent customer service skills, ability to communicate to other effectively to both internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate circumstances using all relevant information and making sound decisions based on your assessments.
• Experience gathering, reviewing, and releasing records to the public.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Selection Process:

The process will be comprised of the following evaluation assessment (subject to change):

• Interview

How to Apply:

Apply in Workday by the deadline listed above, failure to submit your application by 11:59PM of the above listed date will result in automatic disqualification of your application. You must submit a resume demonstrating your experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications for the position. In addition to a resume, you must submit a cover letter no more than two pages in length addressing how you meet the preferred skills for this position. Failure to attach a resume addressing the minimum qualifications and a cover letter addressing the preferred skills will result in disqualification of your application. Please submit these documents in either MS Word or PDF format.

This position is covered by an AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Current OSP AFSCME Local 896 employees who meet the minimum qualifications of this position will be given preference in the selection process. Current OSP employees should refer to the Filling of Vacancies policy for additional information.

The Oregon State Police does not offer visa sponsorships.

U.S. Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard Servicemember Status Designation:

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.

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