Office Manager

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! Join a dedicated team and supervise clerical, administrative, and business support processes. Embrace the opportunity to lead, drive productivity and ensure seamless operations!

Summary of Duties

As an Office Manager 2, you will:

• Supervise clerical, administrative and business support staff.

• Participate as a member of the Child Welfare management team.

• Help develop and review proposals to enhance District and Department performance.

• Oversee recruitment and hiring processes.

• Explain program policies and procedures to staff.

• Interpret regulations and policies for provider and client cases.

• Support budget development and planning in collaboration with Program and District Managers.

• Review service quality reports and data and share feedback with management and staff.

• Handle program needs by assigning tasks, adjusting schedules, and ensuring proper staffing.

• Ensure support staff services and processes are efficient, timely and accurate.

• Actively seek to provide culturally appropriate services where individuals are treated with respect and compassion in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of children, individuals, families and communities.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience as a supervisor of clerical, secretarial, or office support staff that includes hiring or recommending hiring, training, assigning and reviewing work, preparing performance evaluations, and handling disciplinary actions.

Working Conditions

• Your work will primarily take place in the Grants Pass ODHS Child Welfare office. Occasionally, you may have some opportunities for remote work, but this will need to be discussed with and approved by your manager. 

• Your typical work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST).

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.

• Cost of Living Adjustments.

• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).

• Amazing benefits package.

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.