Office Specialist 2

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Posted: 29-Feb-24

Location: Corvallis, Oregon

Salary: Open

Categories:

Other Staff/Administrative
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 150704

Internal Job Number: P04679CT

Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the the Division of Educational Ventures at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Division of Educational Ventures (DEV) is a growing, innovative, and collaborative organization with a commitment to providing high-quality online education. The division extends Oregon State University's exceptional learning experiences including microcredentials, certificates, and degrees available to students throughout Oregon and around the world.
The division includes Ecampus, offering over 100 online and hybrid degree programs; the Ecampus Research Unit (ECRU), conducting and supporting original research in online teaching and learning; the Corporate and Workforce Education Unit (CWE), creating pathways for learners employed by partners in business and government; the Center for the Outdoor Recreation Economy (CORE), providing workforce development for the outdoor recreation industry; the Open Educational Resources Unit (OER), aiding faculty in adopting open course materials; and the Alternative Credential Unit (ACU), developing short-form educational opportunities
The Administrative Support position serves as a member of the Administrative Support team at the Division of Educational Ventures and reports to the Office & Recruitment Manager. This position will assist the Office & Recruitment Manager with essential office functions and projects such as reporting maintenance requests, coordinating computer builds / repairs with University Information and Technology, onboarding new employees, serving as the point person for events / large meeting organization and planning, and back-up reception coverage
Oregon State University and the Division of Educational Ventures maintain and enhance a collaborative and inclusive community that is dedicated to equity and equal opportunity. All employees of this division are responsible for ensuring that these commitments are achieved. This position supports these goals directly by assisting in projects, activities and committees to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for potential and current Ecampus staff as well as external visitors.

Minimum Qualifications (Staff) / Guidelines (Faculty):

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. College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Requirements :

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve and independently troubleshoot as various situations arise
• Ability to pay close attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Strong time management skills including the ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines
• Basic familiarity with technology (such as computer types, cord types, basic troubleshooting, and/or basic compatibility with peripherals)
• Experience with Microsoft products, Outlook, or other equivalent software
• Experience managing meetings and/or events (note taking, coordinating multiple calendars, experience with remote meeting tools such as Zoom or Teams)
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Type:

• Ecampus currently operates on a hybrid schedule, Tuesdays and Thursdays are designated in-office days as well as additional days as needed.
• Typical office environment, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• This position may require travel.
• This position may require working events after hours or on the weekends.

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