Office Specialist 2 – Temporary Opportunity

**Initial Posting Date** 04/22/2026 **Application Deadline** / **Agency** State Board of Accountancy **Salary Range** $3,513 \- $4,734 **Position Type** Employee **Position Title** Office Specialist 2 – Temporary Opportunity **Job Description** Office Specialist – Temporary Opportunity Oregon Board of Accountancy Salem, Oregon (Hawthorne near State, In\-person) Open Until Filled – First review begins April 28\. Apply early to make sure you’re considered! Duration: Through July 31, 2026, with possible extension based on agency needs. The Oregon Board of Accountancy is seeking an Office Specialist to help support our busy CPA\-PA renewal season. This is a great chance to gain hands‑on experience in a professional regulatory environment and contribute to an agency that serves thousands of Oregonians. **What You’ll Do** In this role, you will be an important part of keeping our office running smoothly. Typical duties include: * Provide customer service by answering phones, responding to emails, and helping with routine licensing questions * Sort, scan, log, and distribute mail, including processing check deposits * Keep office equipment (scanners, printers, copiers, fax) running and organized * Update licensee and firm information in our databases * Assist with license verification * Prepare and mail official licenses and wallet cards * Maintain organized filing systems and follow records retention rules * Support staff with various administrative tasks as needed **Minimum Qualifications** **What We Are Looking For** Two years of general clerical experience that includes keyboarding, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR An associate degree in any field; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience. **Desired Attributes** **We Are Looking For Applicants Who** * Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in work * Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and in person * Stay organized and manage multiple tasks at once * Use computer systems (MS Word, Excel and Outlook) and databases with confidence * Show a positive, cooperative attitude and willingness to learn new processes * Are reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively in a small team environment * Provide patient, respectful customer service to the public * Use sound judgment and follow established procedures when making decisions **How To Apply** * External applicants: Click “Apply” on the job posting. * Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your Workday account. Please include a resume and a cover letter explaining how your experience matches the qualifications and desired attributes. Only complete applications will be considered. **What This Opportunity Offers** * Experience working in state government * Sick leave benefits * Free parking * A supportive work environment focused on learning, collaboration, and service excellence **Additional Details** * This recruitment is for a temporary office specialist 2 position and may be used for future openings. * \*The salary listed is the non\-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6\.95%. * Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check including fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. * We do not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I\-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. * Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. * The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. **Contact Information** For ADA accommodations or questions about the position, please contact: Recruiter: Cassie Graham Email: cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov Phone (text friendly): 503\-949\-6169 **Helpful Links \& Resources** How to Set Job Alerts \| Workday Applicant FAQ \| What You Need to Know to Get the Job Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage \| Classification and Compensation \| Pay Equity