Washington County Community Corrections is now seeking a talented team player to join us as a Bilingual Administrative Specialist II. This role provides diverse administrative support duties requiring the ability to be detail oriented and a high level of integrity. The primary duties of this position include data entry, reception, and customer service for Probation and Parole. This is a designated bilingual position that requires the candidate be able to communicate clearly and concisely in Spanish and English, both orally and in writing. An additional $75/per pay period for bilingual skills will be paid to qualified employees. Pay periods are every two weeks.
Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is a team player who can also operate independently as needed, has the ability to take direction, and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A successful candidate will possess a professional positive demeanor, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to learn new computer systems.
About the Department
Washington County Community Corrections serves an important role in keeping our community safe. This department works to prevent the recurrence of crime among adult Justice Involved Individuals (JIIs) by holding them accountable to the conditions of their supervision while supporting their efforts to live successfully in the community. Community Corrections supervises approximately 2,800 individuals using a range of evidence-based strategies while working in partnership with the Courts, law enforcement, and the Oregon State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision.
Community Corrections is eager and committed to hiring individuals that reflect the many diverse communities of Washington County, which will strengthen and bring improvements to the way we serve the community. As a commitment to your growth and professional development, Community Corrections leadership encourages and supports the success of all our employees through training, mentoring, and coaching.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above.
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Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, And Specialty Requirements