Administrative Support Technician - Road Dept.
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Administrative Support Technician - Road Dept.
Salary
$4,063.84 - $5,445.98 Monthly
Location
Bend, OR
Job Type
Regular, full time, full benefits
Job Number
2026-00096
Department
Road
Opening Date
06/26/2026
Closing Date
7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME
Description
Benefits
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Summary
The Deschutes County Road Department is responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of the County road system, consisting of approximately 900 miles of roadway. Our Mission: We strive to maintain the quality and improve the experience for all users of the Deschutes County transportation system.
ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:
As an Administrative Support Technician, you will have the opportunity to interact with and provide prompt and courteous service to our customers. This position is responsible for administrative and customer service duties such as telephone, processing transactions, creating forms and documents, data entry, scanning, and directing public to appropriate places or staff.
This position is the primary contact that the community has with the department, and the impression from that interaction reflects on the quality of our operations and the positive customer experience.
This position is a Monday to Friday, 7:30a.m. to 4:00p.m. shift.
*This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
Review the full job description by clicking here. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deschutes/classspecs)
Key Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain a high level of customer service and confidentiality while providing information and assistance to clients, visitors, and County employees in a busy environment.
Prioritize, organize and carry out assignments in a timely and professional fashion with basic supervision.
Processes customer requests and transactions, receives payments, completes necessary forms for County services, determines and assesses fees for services; enters account information into database, verifies accuracy of information, prepares reports and files documents.
Receives, reviews, and processes technical, legal, and financial documents; reviews accounts, reports, records, and other documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with County procedures; collects data to maintain records and prepares summary reports.
What You Will Bring:
Knowledge of or experience with:
Strong human relations skills and the ability to interact with and communicate clearly with all @types of people, including elected officials, management, the public, and co-workers.
Basic knowledge of clerical and office procedures and methods.
Computer use and data entry.
Skill in:
Customer service and direct interaction with the public.
Entering data and numerical information into a computer system with speed and accuracy, and maintain electronic records, files and databases.
Task-switching in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple situations.
Working independently as well as in a team setting.
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Compensation
$4,063.84 to $5,445.98per month for a 172.67-hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This non-represented position is available immediately.
This position may also be eligible for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) on June 22, 2026, pending budget adoption by the Board of County Commissioners.
BENEFITS:
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human\resources/page/682/2026\deschutes\county\benefits\guide\-_final.pdf) for full benefit details.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent;
AND two years of administrative support experience;
OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.
Preference will be given for:
Experience working with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.
If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
When Are you Eligible:
If you are hired on the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first of that month (immediate benefits, either that day or back to the first of the month if the first is on a Saturday or Sunday). If you are hired after the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first day of the following month.
Employer paid benefit offerings include:
Life Insurance for employee and dependents
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
Time Management Leave
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:
125 Flexible Spending Program
457 Deferred Compensation Program
Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit our Benefits (https://www.deschutescounty.gov/1075/Benefits) page and click on Employee Benefits or click HERE (https://www.deschutescounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1291/2026-Deschutes-County-Employee-Benefits-Guide) for full benefits guide.
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A minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
02
Please indicate your highest level of education.
High school diploma or GED
Some college
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
03
How many years of verifiable full-time administrative support experience do you have in a high-volume customer service environment working with the public and resolving problems?
6 months to 1 year
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
5 plus years
04
Preference will be given for experience work with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel. Do you possess experience with and/or knowledge of Microsoft Office products?
Yes
No
05
If yes, please list the software product including years of experience.
06
Successful candidates must have the ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. Can you meet these requirements?
Yes
No
07
Are you able to meet the requirements of the position with or without accommodation?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Deschutes County Human Resources
Address
1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201 Bend, Oregon, 97703
Phone
(541) 388-6553
Website
https://www.deschutes.org/jobs
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