What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Specialist 2 position at Oregon State University?
Position Details
Position Information
Department Sch of Wrtg Lit & Film (CLA)
Classification Title Office Specialist 2
Job Title Office Specialist 2
Appointment Type Classified Staff
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Employment Category Regular
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the College of Liberal Arts, at Oregon State University ( OSU ).
This Office Specialist 2 position provides administrative, programmatic, and faculty support in the School of Writing, Literature, and Film. In supporting the School’s main office, this position responds to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and the public; assists with event planning and coordination; maintains directories and document archives; manages office supplies; and opens and closes office. Programmatic support includes communicating procedures and requirements to faculty and students; facilitating textbook orders; assisting with graduate admissions, GTA orientation, and office assignments. The position also assists with the School’s digital presence, updating website content and helping design and post promotional material to social media.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Key Responsibilities
35% – General Office Support
30% – Communications
30% – Undergraduate and Graduate Program Support
5% – Other duties as assigned
What We Require
Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR An Associate’s degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology; OR Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology and one year of general clerical experience. College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
What You Will Need
What We Would Like You To Have
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Min Salary $19.36
Max Salary $28.75
Link To Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/47721
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P05679CT
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/23/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 06/05/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 06/16/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE : If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
Amanda Bressler
Amanda.bressler@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .
Position Information
Department Sch of Wrtg Lit & Film (CLA)
Classification Title Office Specialist 2
Job Title Office Specialist 2
Appointment Type Classified Staff
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Employment Category Regular
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 2 position for the College of Liberal Arts, at Oregon State University ( OSU ).
This Office Specialist 2 position provides administrative, programmatic, and faculty support in the School of Writing, Literature, and Film. In supporting the School’s main office, this position responds to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and the public; assists with event planning and coordination; maintains directories and document archives; manages office supplies; and opens and closes office. Programmatic support includes communicating procedures and requirements to faculty and students; facilitating textbook orders; assisting with graduate admissions, GTA orientation, and office assignments. The position also assists with the School’s digital presence, updating website content and helping design and post promotional material to social media.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
- Top 1.4% university in the world
- More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
- 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
- 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
- 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
- 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
- 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
- 217k alumni worldwide
- For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
- Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
- Retirement savings paid by the university.
- A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
- Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
- Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Key Responsibilities
35% – General Office Support
30% – Communications
30% – Undergraduate and Graduate Program Support
5% – Other duties as assigned
What We Require
Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR An Associate’s degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology; OR Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology and one year of general clerical experience. College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
What You Will Need
- Ability to write and edit clear, accurate communications, including attention to grammar, spelling, and detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive, and welcoming.
What We Would Like You To Have
- Undergraduate degree
- Experience creating and managing digital content for webpages and social media
- Experience supporting events, workshops, or program coordination
- Facility with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or other design tools
- Typical work hours are Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- This position spends extensive periods of time using a computer.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Occasional tasks may include moving boxes, program supplies, or shipped materials within office and storage areas.
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Min Salary $19.36
Max Salary $28.75
Link To Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/47721
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P05679CT
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/23/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 06/05/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 06/16/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE : If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
Amanda Bressler
Amanda.bressler@oregonstate.edu
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .
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