Deputy Clerk

JOB SUMMARY
This position serves as the first point of contact at the front counter and on the phone for U.S. Passport, Voter Registration and Election customers. The Deputy Clerk Assists management and staff in the conduct of all Elections and Passports Division activities. Successfully completes required trainings and supports division operations to maintain compliance with governing statutes, policies and guidelines.

Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.

Please note: 

• This is a part time, benefit eligible position that will flex time within each pay period to meet 0.75 FTE equivalency.

BENEFITS

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
  • 11 Paid Holidays 2 Floating Holidays vacation and sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available
• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
  • After 6 months of employment:
    • The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
    • The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program 
  • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
  • Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities. 
  • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($10,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
  • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.
• Annual salary range of:
  • $19.88 - 26.08 Hourly
  • This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. An Increase may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Annual performance-based increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
  • Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law. 
• Have benefits questions?
  • Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (AS21)
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• High School diploma or GED; AND
• 4 years of professional work experience in general office or administrative support

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least six months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.


Special Requirements:

• Valid Oregon Driver’s License or ability to obtain.
• Ballot return signature verification training or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Certification for processing U.S. Passport Applications or the ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.

The Ideal Candidate will have

• Some election and passport acceptance experience.
• Experience in Oregon Voter Registration System and Helion receipting.
• Knowledge of and experience with the operation of office machinery, computers, and software such as Microsoft Office products.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to:
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”



How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered. 
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment. 

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). 
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle. 
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
 
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.

Salary : $20 - $26