Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish Office Assistant 2

Multnomah County; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual pay

Job summary

Multnomah County's Department of County Human Services seeks a Full-Time Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish Office Assistant 2 for the Bienestar de la Familia program. Based at the Baltazar Ortiz Community Center in Portland, OR, the role supports daily operations, data management, and scheduling for diverse services.

The position offers ad hoc telework, with in-office expectations, and requires Spanish proficiency with a 5% bilingual pay premium. Apply by Sep 17, 2026.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in spoken, read, and written Spanish; assessment may be required for bilingual pay.
• Equivalent to an associate’s degree and 1–4 years of related experience.
• Valid driver license by time of hire.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors with culturally competent service in-person and by phone.
• Schedule appointments for diverse program providers and SNAP outreach.
• Provide Spanish interpretation/translation at reception, phone, online, and in group sessions.
• Direct clients to services, confirm appointments, and monitor wait times.
• Plan community initiatives like Mercado and food distribution events.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Customer service

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Word

Job description

Pay Range

$26.07 - $32.06 Hourly

Department

Department of County Human Services (DCHS)

Job Type

Regular Represented

Exemption Status

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled If No Date Specified)

September 17, 2026

The Opportunity

Attention please! The highly successful Bienestar De La Familia Team is seeking a new Team member. If you like serving communities from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds – You're the one! The Bienestar de la Familia (The Well-being of the Family) offers culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate services focusing on Multnomah County's growing Latino Community, as well as serving other diverse groups and the community at large.

About the Position

Multnomah County Department of County Human Services (DCHS) is pleased to announce an open competitive recruitment to fill one (1) Full-Time Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish Office Assistant 2 position in Youth and Family Services, Bienestar de la Familia located at the Baltazar F Ortiz Community Center, 6736 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97218. This position is scheduled for ad-hoc telework Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future regular, limited duration, full or part time, temporary, or on-call positions within DCHS.

The Bilingual Office Assistant 2 ensures the smooth daily operation of the Bienestar de la Familia program by providing comprehensive administrative support, managing data, and scheduling appointments across diverse social and holistic services. Centered in racial equity, this frontline role serves as the welcoming first point of contact for clients and directly supports service staff in delivering culturally responsive care.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish: This position requires proficiency in (speak, read, write) Spanish language. An employee who has never before received bilingual pay at Multnomah County for work done under a Spanish KSA will need to pass an assessment to be considered proficient.

Bilingual pay

This position receives an additional 5% premium on all hours worked due to Spanish language fluency.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• CLIENT SUPPORT
• Greet clients and visitors both in-person and on the telephone, providing culturally competent, excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Schedule and coordinate appointments for diverse program providers, including mental health, addiction services, case management, and the SNAP outreach program.
• Deliver continuous Spanish interpretation and translation services at the reception desk, over the telephone, online, and during group sessions.
• Direct clients to appropriate services, confirm appointments, make reminder calls, and proactively monitor client wait times.
• Address unexpected situations and client concerns promptly, taking appropriate action or referring individuals to the correct resources.
• Plan and organize community-facing initiatives, including the Mercado and food distribution events.
• Program Support
• Monitor daily schedules for appointment accuracy and proactively keep program providers informed of any changes or updates.
• Obtain and verify client demographics using appropriate databases, and update client enrollments and accounts in ServicePoint.
• Use Google Suite and Microsoft Word to maintain tracking sheets and create flyers, surveys, and outreach materials.
• Organize program activities, manage client data entry for the Mercado, and take meeting minutes as needed.
• Update forms, brochures, signs, and other physical community resource materials to ensure information is current.
• Conduct client satisfaction surveys to assist with program evaluation and improvement.
• Complete assigned administrative projects at the Ortiz Center.
• RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
• Serve as the primary point of communication between program staff, Facilities, external partners, and the building owner.
• Troubleshoot basic office equipment issues and submit necessary service and repair requests to appropriate staff.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values
• Knowledge of cultures, customs and social experiences of communities experiencing marginalization and barriers to opportunity
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices that actively do not re-traumatize individuals and communities
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of advanced, complex case management
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships to achieve positive work outcomes
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Comfort with change

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.
• Equivalent to the associate’s degree AND
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties the position. (Equivalency 1- 4 years of qualifying training and/or experience).
• Must have a valid driver license by time of hire
• Must pass a criminal background check

We acknowledge that experience and transferable skills can be obtained through traditional and nontraditional means, we encourage and support all candidates who believe they have the experience needed to apply.

Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Screening And Evaluation

Attachments will not be reviewed unless specifically requested. Only apply once for this opportunity.

The Application Packet

• Resume: Completed online application and/or resume.
• Cover Letter: Please attach your cover letter as a separate document. Please be thorough in your responses, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the online application/resume about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your response if applicable. Your cover letter should also address: (1) Please describe your experience working with a diverse population.

Internal candidates

After you have submitted your application, please check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans’ Preference Questionnaire prior to application deadline Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.

The Selection Process

For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates through phone screen and/or interview(s)
• Background and reference checks Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Additional Information

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits: Multnomah County offers a comprehensive Benefit package to all eligible employees. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit: Employee Benefits

Pay Equity: The county regularly reviews pay equity for our workforce. When setting pay we consider applicants’ education, experience, seniority, training, and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work.

Additional Details

Ad Hoc Telework: This position is designated as “ad hoc telework,” meaning you will be working both remotely (from home) and in person at an onsite location. The designation of ad hoc Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Work Location: This position works onsite at the Baltazar Ortiz Community Center, 6736 NE Killingsworth St., Portland, OR 97218

Additional Serving the Public, Even During Disasters: Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Recruiter

Gary Miguel

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Phone

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Job Profile

6001 - Office Assistant 2