Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, United States
(on-site)
Posted
18 hours ago
Salary
$19.36 - $21.91
Salary - Type
Hourly Wage
Job Function
Other
Description
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Portland State University
Position Details
Position Details
| Proposed Start Date | 03/16/2026 |
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| Classification Title | Office Specialist 2 |
| Working Title | Temporary Clerical Pool- Spring Term 2026 |
| Department | 600300 - HRC Human Resource Center |
| Position Number | TBD |
| Representation | OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503 |
| Position FTE | Variable based on the position, up to 1.0 |
| End date, if applicable |
Position Summary
| Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept | Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation |
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| Position Summary | Temporary clerical employees are periodically hired for a variety of clerical and administrative needs across campus. |
| Minimum Qualifications from Classification | Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR An Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology; OR Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology AND one year of general clerical experience. Note: College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. |
| Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position | Required qualifications will vary by assignment, but may include:
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| Preferred Qualifications | Will vary by assignment. May include:
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| Key Cultural Competencies |
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| Environmental Stewardship | Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. |
| Work Days/Hours | Usually Monday-Friday, hours will vary based on position |
| Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement | The hourly rate will depend on the position to which the employee is hired. The salary rate for this position will be between $19.36 and $21.91 per hour. Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have PSU work experience? (if "yes", please show in the work history section of your application).
- yes
- no
- * Do you have experience working in higher education?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience working in Banner?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have reception experience including greeting guests or customers and answering multi-line phones?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe any bookkeeping experience you have. Include accounting software you have used. [indicate "n/a" if applicable]
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you first find out about this position?
- PSU Website
- Indeed.com
- HERCJobs
- Urban League of Portland
- Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
- Oregon Employment Department
- Social Media
- Person Referral
- Career Builder
- Glass Door
- Other - Please describe in the next Question
- If you selected Other, please describe.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
PI283153751
Job ID: 83029449