Office Specialist 2 – Computerized Criminal History (CCH)

Oregon State Department of Police; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Office Specialist 2 - Computerized Criminal History (CCH) position. This in-office position requires accurate document handling and public interaction to support criminal history records through the LEDS database.

The successful candidate will process entries, edits, and deletions, adhere to statutes and rules, and work with CJIS units to ensure timely, reliable history information for regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Interpret and assess a variety of documents and analyze information to make accurate determinations for criminal history records maintenance.
• Submit documents for entry, modification, and/or deletion to ensure complete and accurate criminal history information is available to CJIS and other regulatory agencies.
• Interact with the public in person, by phone, or electronically to answer questions about criminal histories and status of requests.

Skills

Two years of clerical experience

Associate degree

Equivalent education and experience

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 11/12/2026 Application Deadline: 02/10/2027 Agency: Oregon State Department of Police Salary Range: $3,579 - $4,852 Position Type: Employee.

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Office Specialist 2 - Computerized Criminal History (CCH) 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.

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

Summary of Job Duties

In this position, you will interpret and assess a variety of documents and analyze information from a variety of sources to make accurate determinations for criminal history records maintenance. This includes submitting documents for entry, modification, and/or deletion to assure complete and accurate criminal history information is available to criminal justice and other regulatory agencies through the LEDS database. Completed records help support sections within the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Department such as our Firearms Instant Check Unit (FICS), Automated Biometric Identification Systems (ABIS), and our Sexual Offender Registry (SOR). This position requires the individual to learn, understand, and adhere to certain statutes and Oregon Administrative Rules related to the dissemination of criminal history record information. These statutes and rules pertain to an individual’s ability to request their own or another’s criminal record information. This position also has frequent direct contact with the public in person, over the telephone, and through electronic communication. Examples of this contact includes but is not limited to, in person interaction with customers seeking services provided at OSP General Headquarters and answering questions related to criminal histories and status of requests submitted by the public.

Minimum Qualifications/Eligibility Requirements

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

Preferred Skills

• Ability to communicate orally with agency staff, personnel in other agencies, the general public, and with equipment service technicians.
• Proficient in processing documents, verifying, and checking accuracy.
• Proven ability to make sound judgements and decisions in the application and explanation of laws and rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as computer terminal or photocopier.
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office productivity applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

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.

Special Qualifications

• Must be able to provide credible sworn testimony in a criminal or civil proceeding arising from the performance of duties.
• Must be LEDS certified or be able to obtain certification upon hire.

Selection Process

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

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.

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