Administrative Support Specialist

Application Limit

To ensure a thorough and efficient review process, this job posting will close after the first 150 applications received. We encourage you to apply early to secure your chance of being considered.

Help support the services that keep Hillsboro growing and thriving. The Economic & Community Development Department is seeking two Administrative Support Specialists who will play a key role in supporting customers, staff, and operations across the department. Whether assisting residents at the Permit Center or helping support development-related activities, you'll contribute to meaningful work that impacts the community every day.

The Economic & Community Development Department supports Hillsboro's growth by guiding development, supporting local businesses, maintaining critical infrastructure, and helping shape a vibrant and livable community. Through collaboration, innovation, and customer service, the department helps ensure Hillsboro remains a great place to live, work, and invest.

While both positions share the same classification and salary range, each supports a different area of the department and offers a unique work experience.

As an Administrative Support Specialist, you'll provide administrative, customer service, and operational support that helps keep the department running efficiently. Depending on assignment, you'll support Permit Center operations, Building Division activities, records management, customer inquiries, project coordination, and other essential departmental functions.

• Support continued growth and development activity throughout the City of Hillsboro.
• Assist with department initiatives that improve customer service and operational efficiency.
• Support records management and document retention projects.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance services provided to residents, businesses, and development partners.

Spanish-English bilingual skills are strongly preferred to support our diverse community and enhance customer service.

For more details, please refer to the Administrative Support Specialist classification description.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of office support, administrative support, customer service, or related experience.
• OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

• Valid, current Driver’s License and safe driving record.

• Onsite position located at the Civic Center.
• Monday – Friday schedule.
• Regular interaction with customers, staff, and community members.
• Frequent computer and telephone use.
• Primarily office-based work environment.
• May require occasional lifting and movement of files, records, or office materials.

Working for the City of Hillsboro means being part of a team that values community, inclusion, and meaningful public service. You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact by helping people connect with nature and each other.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve and creating an environment where all employees feel welcomed and supported.

• Posting Period:
  June 29 – July 12, 2026
• Application Review Completed:
  July…