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| Post Code: D722 |
| Announcement Number: LEPR0783 |
| Classification Number: C0801 |
| Open: 05/6/2008 |
| Close: 05/27/2008 |
| Location: Port Orford |
| Availability: Part Time |
OFFICE COORDINATOR |
(Office Coordinator)
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$2,043 - $2,854 MONTHLY
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
More information about Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is available through:
www.oregonstateparks.org.
There one permanent, ¾ part-time (.75 FTE) position with Oregon Parks and Recreation Department at Humbug Mountain State Park in Port Orford, Oregon.
- This position is represented by the Service Employee International Union (SEIU).
- This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy.
The State provides an excellent benefit and compensation package, which includes:
- Option to participate in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a deferred compensation program offering a wide variety of investment options.
- 9 paid holidays, vacation leave earned at the rate of 8 hours per month, with increases in 5 year increments, 8 hours of sick leave monthly, and 24 hours of personal business leave yearly. Part-time employees shall accrue vacation leave, sick leave, and holiday pay based on the hours worked in a month.
- A generous contribution toward individual and family health and dental insurance. Employer paid $5,000 basic life insurance with additional coverage available including long- and short-term disability plans, accidental death and dismemberment plans and long-term care insurance.
Part-time employees are entitled to employer paid insurance benefits. The employer covered insurance is based on a full-time (1.0 FTE), any employee who does not work full-time (1.0 FTE) will have their insurance benefits pro-rated based on their (FTE). The cost of the benefits is pro-rated based on the permanent (FTE) for the position and each employee has the right to pay the difference between the employer paid insurance benefits and the full premium amount through payroll deductions.
Applicants are subject to both a Computerized Criminal History and Driver & Motor Vehicle Services check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. Information obtained in this process will remain confidential.
PRIMARY POSITION DUTIES
General Office and Administrative Duties
Maintains files for the park office following OPRD’s Records Management manual. Processes all incoming and outgoing mail and distributing to the appropriate park staff. Maintains and updates policy and procedures manuals and reference manuals specific to the individual park. Works in a confidential status with park management including typing or preparing a variety of correspondence and reports. May monitor the park two-way radio and relay information to the appropriate staff. Arranges travel and overnight accommodations for park staff as needed; Works with the Park Manager on fund raising drives sponsored by the state such as the charitable fund drive. Also the following records processing duties: Vendor Payments: Responsible for reviewing incoming invoices, verifies amounts being billed to ensure calculations are correct. Responds to vendor questions regarding payments; New Vendor: Responsible for obtaining appropriate vendor information such as tax identification number and communicates this information through the FMS to Salem headquarters. Revenue Processing: Responsible for reconciling revenue, inputting into FMS and preparing deposits. Statistics: Responsible for reviewing monthly statistical camping and day use reports for accuracy and enters information into the FMS. Enters monthly vehicle and equipment usage information in the FMS; Reports: May review and compare reports of revenues and expenses to current budget status to identify discrepancies and reports findings to the Park Manager. Archiving: Verifies that payment, revenue and statistical transactions have successfully processed in FMS, files the supporting documents until ready to transfer to Salem headquarters for archiving. Until the documents are transferred,
Receptionist and Public Relations
Responds to the public in person, by phone and through correspondence regarding standard park operations, campground, day-use and reservation information and on park rules and polices. Responsible for preparing Miscellaneous Use Permits, collecting fees, verifying insurances and bonds for special park events.
Personnel Duties
Verifies and inputs payroll timesheets into the state’s payroll system. Responsible for verifying accuracy of paychecks prior to distribution; Distributes of W-4 forms to park staff within established guidelines; Transfers leave from clearing accounts for seasonal and terminated employees; The position is the local contact for manager and employee questions regarding insurance and benefits. Assists employees as necessary with referrals to the proper staff or agency; Inputs information into the computer to generate or prepare Time Checks. Works with Salem payroll staff to resolve questions or problems relating to payroll; prepares personnel actions and other forms for personnel transactions for the park. This includes hiring, rehiring, terminating, resignations, retirements, and salary and address changes. The position has confidential access to Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) records. Access to DMV for obtaining driving records for the manager to review for hiring purposes; Maintains I-9 forms and monitors compliance with Immigration Standards; Maintains records of seasonal availability and seniority. Volunteer Services Assists with the administration of the volunteer program for hosts and other types of volunteers; keeps and maintains confidential host files including up to date insurance records and background check information. Assists rangers in maintaining host safety training records and hours using Provelle; Assists rangers with assigning work duties to volunteers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which included coordinating clerical office procedures; OR an Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology.
- College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
If you qualify, see “How to Apply” section of this announcement.
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will have a commitment to sustainability and a performance record demonstrating the following desired competencies:
- Ability to assist individuals who may be hostile or upset;
- Skill organizing and coordinating workload;
- Ability to manage competing priorities;
- Working knowledge of broad range of computer programs, such as Word, Excel, Access, etc
- Effective management of issues that require a high level of confidentiality.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Sits or stands for long periods of time. Needs adequate vision and hearing, manual dexterity, communication and motor skills to perform the duties of the position. Operates office equipment and computers requiring repetitive use of arms, wrists, and hands. May occasionally lift and move up to 35 pounds and infrequently up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. May be required to attend meetings or perform duties outside of normal office hours. Moves throughout facilities and grounds and may drive a motor vehicle. May travel to other parks, headquarters, or other agencies for training and meetings. Overnight travel may be required. Possibility of exposure to a variety of environmental and chemical allergens and odors standard to area of assignment. Possibility of exposure to hostile and offensive language and actions from the public. Uses appropriate safety and personal protective equipment and follows established safety policies, practices and procedures. Performs duties of position with or without reasonable accommodation.
HOW TO APPLY
If you qualify, submit a State of Oregon Employment Application form (PD100) and a cover letter of no more than three pages clearly describing how you believe you’ve developed and demonstrated above desired competencies. Please use specific examples.
Please note in your cover letter or directly on the front of your application where you first saw this position advertised (name of newspaper, website, publication, etc.).
Those candidates whose experience most closely matches the primary duties of this position will be invited to an interview.
SEND COMPLETED APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
Human Resources Division
725 Summer Street NE, Suite C
Salem, Oregon 97301-1266
You may E-MAIL your application materials to us at parks.jobs@state.or.us. In the subject line please include the position title and job announcement number. By electronically submitting your application, you agree to the conditions stated in the certification and signature section of the application, which is enforceable as if you had signed. You will receive automated confirmation of receipt only if you submit via e-mail.
H.I.R.E. System participants interested in being considered for this position must follow the TO APPLY instruction listed in this announcement. Copies of applications, supplements and job announcements can be obtained from www.oregonjobs.org.
AFTER your application materials have been reviewed, you will be sent a notice by mail advising: a) if your application was accepted or b) if your application was not accepted. If you don't agree with the results, you may request a review. Review requests must be submitted in writing and must be received within 10 days from the date of the notice. Additional information cannot be accepted. However, if your application was not accepted and if the recruitment is still open, you may submit a new application as long as it is received in our office by the close date. OPRD is not responsible for material that is illegible or missing as a result of transmitting by fax or which may be lost through the mail.
SUBMIT only the required materials. Reference letters or work examples should be kept for interviews. In addition, any application materials previously submitted for other positions will not be matched to this application by OPRD. It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit all required documents every time.
INTERVIEWS will be scheduled for those applicants whose background most closely matches the needs of the position. KEEP a copy of all application materials for job interviews. COPIES ARE NOT PROVIDED.
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS and information on the required application forms are available through
http://www.oregonjobs.org/, or you can obtain a State of Oregon Employment Application form (PD100) from any local Oregon Employment Department office, most other state agency personnel offices.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 P.M. ON THE CLOSE DATE. Due to the volume of applications received, OPRD cannot confirm receipt of applications. The pay on all announcements may change without notice.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application materials, call the OPRD Human Resources Division at (503) 986-0662.
OPRD is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse work place.
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