Administrative Specialist II

## Administrative Specialist IIApply:
In Person Only:
Hillsboro, OR:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
End Date:
October 26, 2026 (14 days left to apply):
R574
** Note**:
This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day
** prior
* * to the end date listed.
** Current Washington County Employees:
** Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
** Job Type:
** Regular
* * Pay Range:**$25.70 - $31.24 Hourly
** Department:
** Assessment & Taxation
** FLSA Exemption Status:
** Non-Exempt
** About the Opportunity:
** The Department of Assessment and Taxation (A&T) is excited to announce an opportunity for an Administrative Specialist II to join our Special Programs Unit within the Tax Division.
This team plays a vital role in serving our community, providing essential services to thousands of customers each year through in-person assistance, phone support, and email communication. In addition to helping customers directly, the Special Programs Unit works with A&T units to support a variety of assessment and taxation responsibilities throughout the year. If you’re passionate about public service, enjoy working in a dynamic fast-paced environment, and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Services Provided by the Special Programs Unit:  
• Disabled and Senior property tax deferrals  
• Veteran’s exemptions  
• Manufactured structure title transfers  
• Passport acceptance services  
• Lobby assistance and department switchboard operations  
** Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
*** Knowledge of modern office practices and methods;
* Knowledge of operational characteristics and applications of data processing equipment;
* Knowledge of operation and maintenance of office equipment and machinery;
* Skills to provide timely, effective, and efficient customer service to the general public, clients, and other employees;
* Skills to interact patiently with individuals making inquiries regarding various County programs and services who have little or no experience or knowledge of the services provided;
* Ability to process assigned work in an efficient manner and speed necessary for successful job performance; and
* Ability to exercise keen time management skills, balance multiple priorities, and consistently meet timelines and due dates.
* To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link:
* https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).  
** The Team
*** 1 Special Programs Supervisor
* 1 Senior Administrative Specialist
* 4 Administrative Specialist II's  
** Minimum Qualifications
*** A high school diploma or equivalent; and Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing administrative or clerical support.
* Possession of Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) or other applicable certifications may substitute for up to one (1) year of the experience requirement.  
** Additional Requirements
*** Background check
* US Citizen or US National  
** Selection Process:
** You can review our standard selection process here.  
** Our commitment to you:
** Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community*.
*** Veterans' Preference:
** If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link:
Veterans'…