Office Assistant 2

Lane County; Oregon; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lane County Elections team is seeking an Office Assistant 2 to support voter registration, election-related customer service, and ballot processing. This is a highly public-facing role requiring accuracy, professionalism, and a focus on excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

The position supports the Lane County Clerk's Office within the Elections division and is subject to a full background check.

Qualifications

• Two years of responsible clerical and office assistance experience.
• Background check required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license at application and Oregon license by appointment.
• AFSCME represented position.

Responsibilities

• Assist community members with voter registration and election-related services.
• Provide accurate, respectful, and helpful customer service in a high-volume environment.
• Process ballots and support election activities as needed.
• Support the Elections team with orderly, compliant procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Organized

Dependable

Professional

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Position

The Lane County Clerk's Office is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused Office Assistant 2 to join our Elections team. This is a highly public-facing role where accuracy, professionalism, and excellent customer service matter. The Office Assistant 2 assists community members with a variety of important services, including voter registration, election-related customer service, processing ballots and assisting with election activities. We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, comfortable working with detailed processes and sensitive information, and able to provide helpful, respectful service to people with a wide range of questions and needs. The successful candidate will be able to balance accuracy and efficiency while working in a busy environment where priorities can shift throughout the day.

About the Division

Lane County Elections is a division of the County Clerk's office and is charged with voter registration and administration of Federal, State, and Local elections within Lane County. The Elections team is committed to conducting Fair, Accessible, Secure, Transparent, Equitable, and Reliable (F.A.S.T.E.R.) Elections.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm; possible overtime and limited periods of time with restricted time off, during peak election season.

*This is an AFSCME represented position*

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

• Two years of responsible clerical and office assistance experience.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Notes:

• This position is subject to a full background check.

DRIVER'S LICENSE

Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.