Office Specialist 2 - Sex Offender Registration Unit

State of Oregon; Salem; On-site; INR 345,000 - 467,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one full-time, permanent Office Specialist 2 – Sex Offender Registration Unit. This in-office position performs data entry, administrative duties, and maintains registration files to support the Sex Offender Registration Program.

The role requires knowledge of state and federal law, and experience with clerical tasks. Application deadline is 01/03/2027; salary range is $3,579 - $4,852 per month.

Qualifications

• Two years of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents.
• An associate degree in any field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry, data extraction, and administrative duties to support the Sex Offender Registration Unit.
• Update and maintain registration files and enter data into computer systems.
• Gather information on sex offenders from various sources to support agencies.

Skills

General clerical experience

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 10/05/2026 Application Deadline: 01/03/2027 Agency: Oregon State Department of Police Salary Range: $3,579 - $4,852 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Office Specialist 2 - Sex Offender Registration Unit Job Description:

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Office Specialist 2 – Sex Offender Registration Unit position. This is an in-office position without the opportunity for a hybrid or remote work schedule.

This recruitment will remain open until 01/03/2027, or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 10/20/2026. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications.

The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range.

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: In this position, you will perform a wide variety of technical computer data entry, data extraction, and administrative duties in support of the Sex Offender Registration Program, by updating and maintaining registration files; and entering data into computer systems. You will utilize thorough knowledge of state and federal law, crime computer systems, and computer systems use. In this position, you will also assist in the gathering of information on sex offenders from a variety of sources to support citizens, local, state and federal agencies. You will support various division programs and projects with clerical and technical support.

Minimum Qualifications / Eligibility Requirements:

• 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.

Preferred Skills:

• Communicate professionally in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to maintain professional composure, tact, and friendliness while working with the public who may be irate, hostile, or emotionally distraught in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel) or other similar computer software platforms.
• Experience with working independently, prioritizing own work and meeting time sensitive deadlines, at times with little notice and frequent interruptions.
• Experience working collaboratively with a team and strong interpersonal skills.

Selection Process:

• Interview

Benefits and Policies:

• 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.
• 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.

Additional Information:

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