Temp Clerical Specialist – Varied Campus Assignments

Portland State University; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland State University is Oregon’s public research university located in Portland. The institution offers a flexible temporary clerical pool across campus to meet departmental needs. Roles are varied and typically last 30 to 90 days while regular positions recruit.

Positions require strong clerical skills, reception and customer service abilities, and solid written and verbal communication. The department operates within the Human Resource Center; start dates are Fall 2026 and assignments

Qualifications

• Two years of general clerical experience or equivalent education substitutions.
• Strong reception and customer service skills are required.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and administrative tasks across campus as assigned.
• Provide reception and customer service support to students, staff and visitors.
• Assist with document preparation and data entry as needed.

Skills

clerical skills

reception skills

communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology

Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology

Tools

10-key by touch

Cashiering experience

Job description

Portland State University is Oregon’s public research university located in Portland. The institution offers a flexible temporary clerical pool across campus to meet departmental needs. Roles are varied and typically last 30 to 90 days while regular positions recruit.

Positions require strong clerical skills, reception and customer service abilities, and solid written and verbal communication. The department operates within the Human Resource Center; start dates are Fall 2026 and assignments