Deputy Clerk Recording

Clatsop County Oregon
- Clerk & Elections, 800 EXCHANGE STREET, ASTORIA, Oregon, United States of America

Posted Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Expires Monday, August 3, 2026 at 9:59 AM

Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity.

Neighbor to neighbor, serving Clatsop County with integrity, honesty and respect.

Today Clatsop County is one of nine Home Rule counties in Oregon. Five non-partisan elected Commissioners set policy and appoint a full-time County Manager, who is responsible for daily operations. County services are provided through these divisions:
County Administration (County Manager), Assessment and Taxation, Budget and Finance, County Clerk, Juvenile, Public Health, Public Works, Community Development, the District Attorney, and Sheriff’s Offices. The county also administers a road district, a rural law enforcement district, and a local sewer district.

The purpose of this position is to provide clerical, administrative, and customer support for the Clerk & Elections department by ensuring accurate records management, efficient processing of documents and data, and responsive front-line service to the public and internal stakeholders. The role supports daily departmental operations through administrative coordination, information handling, and customer assistance.

• High school diploma or GED, AND
• Minimum two (2) years of experience and training and experience in a professional environment. OR
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acceptable.

• Previous experience with property recording documents, processes, and terminology.
• Prior experience working in a government office, legal office, title company, or other environment that involves official records.
• Proficiency with intercultural communication, including the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Clatsop County is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

This posting is scheduled to close on August 2, 2026
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For more information, applicants should review the detailed job description for information on essential functions and requirements.

We offer comprehensive benefits include: medical & vision, dental, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), 457(b) savings, vacation, sick leave, holidays, employer paid life insurance, group additional life, and AD&D.

Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.

Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam, and pre-employment drug screen and must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website:
Veterans Resources . You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at

Clatsop County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Clatsop County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all
employees in all matters of employment (such as hiring, promotion, transfer, training, layoff, compensation,
fringe benefits and termination) regardless of ethnicity/race, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Clatsop County Oregon - Clerk & Elections, 800 EXCHANGE STREET, ASTORIA, Oregon, United States of America