Community Development Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Benton County is seeking an Executive Assistant to join the Community Development Team. This position serves as the executive assistant to the Director, supports the coordination and efficiency of department operations, and provides support to commissions and committees that are staffed and administered by the Community Development Department. This position also provides administrative support to the Community Development Department by coordinating and managing day-to-day office support operations.

First review of applications will be on September 15, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.

Employee benefits at Benton County include:

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
• $0 health insurance premium! Medical, dental and vision cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
• The County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contributions.
• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
• A free and award-winning wellness program.
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Annual salary range of $55,559 - $79,583. This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!

Minimum qualifications required for this position include:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college AND
• 5 years of responsible administrative or related support experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment.

Special requirements include:

• A cover letter and a resume are required to be submitted with your application which includes the following information:
• Provide details regarding your specific executive assistant experience
• Highlight your past experience coordinating schedules, meeting logistics, and coordination (including agenda preparation and minutes taking).
• Highlight your experience with expenditure monitoring and overall executive support.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities include:

• Experience in local government, planning, building or economic development.
• Notary public licensure.
• Ability to multi-task; precise and accurate in work; self-motivated; maintains confidentiality.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Bob Richardson, Community Development Director hardson or .

Benton County is located in the middle of the Willamette Valley, with Corvallis as the county seat. Established in 1847, the county is the state's fourth smallest in terms of area and medium-sized with respect to population. Corvallis is home to Oregon State University, the city's largest employer. Most of the rest of the county is farm and forest land, reflecting a much-treasured rural heritage.

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 Final date to receive applications date, or the first review date will be considered. Answer all supplemental questions.

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This is a FLSA non-exempt position. This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). 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. A cover letter is required to be submitted with your application. Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference.

For further information, please see the following website:
Veterans Resources. If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA. Benton County does not offer VISA sponsor ships. 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. 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 .

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