Administrative Specialist ; SONL Board Assessment Specialist

Initial Posting Date: 02/13/2026

Final date to receive applications: 02/22/2026

Agency: State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision

Salary Range: $4,867 - $6,418

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Administrative Specialist 2 (SONL Board Assessment Specialist)

Administrative Specialist 2 | Oregon Board of Parole & Post-Prison Supervision | Salem, Oregon (Hybrid)

At the Oregon Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision, we work in partnership with the Department of Corrections and local community corrections to protect communities and reduce the risk of repeat criminal behavior. Our decisions – guided by law, victim interests, and evidence-based practices – shape prison terms, release conditions, and supervision for offenders in the justice system.

As part of our Sex Offender Notification and Leveling (SONL) Unit, you’ll play a key role in a statewide program that determines notification levels for registrants, processes relief and reclassification requests, and ensures compliance with Oregon statutes and rules. Using risk assessment tools, case research, and analytical methods, you’ll make clear, defensible recommendations that help inform public notification and support community safety.

• Assess Risk: Apply laws, rules, and policies to determine which risk assessment tool applies to each case and complete assessments to establish sex offender notification levels.
• Research Records: Gather and review detailed criminal history and case information using various court and law enforcement systems, along with other sources.
• Process Requests: Review and process offender or attorney requests for reclassification or relief from sex offender registration.
• Communicate Clearly: Respond to inquiries from law enforcement, legal professionals, and agency leadership. Explain procedures, assessments, and outcomes in a clear and professional manner.
• Support Program Integrity: Help monitor program compliance, recommend policy updates, and support long- and short-term program goals.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis;

OR

An associate degree in general office occupations and two years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must demonstrate and maintain a high level of integrity and credibility, as this position may require providing sworn testimony in court proceedings.
• Must be LEDS certified or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

• Experience conducting assessments using evidence-based practices.
• Ability to gather and review data from multiple sources to support decision-making and ensure accuracy.
• Proficiency in understanding and applying laws, rules, policies, or guidelines relevant to program operations.
• Strong ability to document findings and maintain records clearly, thoroughly, and in compliance with confidentiality requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain processes and findings to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, ethical practices, and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Experience supporting audits, identifying process improvements, and contributing to operational goals within a program or administrative setting.
• Demonstrated respect for diverse perspectives and ability to apply fair and unbiased practices.

Ready to join our team?

• External Applicants: Click “Apply” on the job posting to submit your application.
• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

Important Application Requirements
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All applicants must submit both a current resume and cover letter
. Your cover letter should demonstrate how your experience…